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The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Loyola Marymount University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor position. We seek to hire innovative teacher-scholars to begin in Fall 2025. A completed Ph.D. in civil/structural/geotechnical engineering must be held by August 15, 2025.  As teacher-scholars we integrate science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) with Ignatian pedagogy, which is fundamentally structured on experience, reflection, and action.  Faculty members who are engaged in scholarly inquiry play a critical role in LMU's teaching mission and improve our educational effectiveness. They critically assess the curriculum, foster a culture of inquiry, and make possible hands-on learning experiences for students.   

Candidates are sought with expertise in structures/geotechnical engineering.  The ideal candidate would be able to teach courses in structural engineering and be able to support geotechnical/general civil instructional needs. Learn more about our faculty by visiting  https://academics.lmu.edu/joinourfaculty/. 

The CEE department has a rich tradition of teaching excellence dedicated to offering our students a balance of both the practical and theoretical aspects of civil and environmental engineering. The department typically serves approximately 100 undergraduates and 20 graduate students and offers an ABET-accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering and Master of Science degrees in Engineering (specializing in environmental and water-resources engineering) and Environmental Science.  Undergraduate areas of emphasis include geotechnical, structural, environmental, and water resources engineering.  See http://cse.lmu.edu/department/civilengineering for additional information. 

Loyola Marymount, a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an inclusive, intercultural learning community.  

The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include teaching, research, and service to the profession and university communities, Ideal candidates will: 

• Embrace teaching in and fostering LMU’s diverse community of students, faculty & staff and challenging oneself, students, and colleagues to work toward greater diversity, and inclusion in the engineering profession 

• Engage in high-impact practices to support student success including active learning pedagogies, early introduction to discipline courses, and student engagement opportunities 

• Complement teaching with the many hands-on experiences, a strong culture of student club participation, alumni engagement, and industry connections available to students 

• Teach a variety of classes in structural and geotechnical engineering at the undergraduate level within and outside of one’s primary areas of expertise 

• Have a clear thriving research program that encourages the inclusion of undergraduate students 

• Participate in service activities at the academic, professional, and/or community levels 

• Have passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam 

• Pursue or possess professional licensure  

A strong application will include evidence of: 

• A history of an active research program in structural and/or geotechnical engineering or closely related areas of interest for this search. 

• Practical experience in civil, structural, and/or geotechnical engineering and/or closely related fields. 

• Responsible practice experience in civil, structural and/or geotechnical engineering and/or closely related fields is desired. 

• Possession of a professional engineering license or licenses. 

• Teaching experience as a lead instructor, particularly for a variety of classes. 

• Experience as a teaching assistant, particularly for a variety of classes. 

• A history of service experiences, particularly serving underdeveloped and underserved communities. 

Review of complete applications will begin on September 15, 2024, and conclude on October 15, 2024. A list of three recommenders will be requested for candidates selected for virtual interviews.  Three letters of recommendation will be requested of candidates invited for in-person interviews. Questions regarding this position can be directed to the CEE Department Chair, Dr. Joseph Weber (Joseph.Weber@lmu.edu).   

The following application materials must be submitted online at https://lmu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Careers  for an applicant to be considered for this position: 

• A cover letter outlining your qualifications for the position. 

• A curriculum vitae detailing your educational background, research accomplishments, and work experience, as well as any leadership and service experience (e.g., academic, professional, community) that you believe are relevant to this position. 

• A statement of your teaching philosophy that addresses past and/or potential contributions that would be related to LMU’s Mission or the practice of Ignatian Pedagogy or your overall vision for your role as a teacher-scholar. 

• A statement of current research and your plans for establishing a thriving research program in your area of expertise at LMU, including how you plan to involve undergraduate students in that program. 

• A statement that addresses past and/or potential contributions to anti-racism, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility which might include research, teaching and/or service that has prepared the candidate to contribute to the engagement and inclusion of diverse audiences in higher education, contributions to diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning, and/or research or professional experience with a specific focus on underserved communities or nations.