Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Department Engn-Civil & Environ Engn Salary Details $115,000 Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, based on position, which includes:

* Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
* Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
* Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
* Employee and dependent educational benefits
* Life insurance coverage
* Employee discounts programs

For detailed information on benefits and eligibility, please visit: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Posting Summary

Join a Community of Innovators Shaping the Future of Engineering

Rutgers University-New Brunswick's School of Engineering invites applications for multiple faculty positions across all ranks and areas of expertise. The School of Engineering includes seven academic departments and 10 engineering majors, offering exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation. We seek outstanding scholars whose work advances one or more of our strategic priority areas: Physical and Virtual Infrastructure, Healthcare Technology, Innovations in Energy, Defense and National Security, Experiential Learning and Professional Education. Appointments may be made in one or more engineering departments based on the candidate's expertise and interests.

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor in Structural Engineering. However, outstanding candidates at the Associate Professor level will be considered.

Structural Engineering: Candidates from all fields of structural engineering are encouraged to apply. Candidates with expertise in innovative and smart materials for infrastructure/structural applications, resilient structures and materials, the integration of AI/ML in structural optimization, digital twin technology, advanced computational mechanics, and additive manufacturing in structural engineering are of particular interest.

The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong research program, contribute to existing and developing new teaching and training programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and provide service to the department, the school, and the university.

Position Status Full Time Posting Number 25FA1207 Posting Open Date 11/25/2025 Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience

Applicants are expected to have a doctoral degree in civil engineering, structural engineering, or a closely related discipline. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of scholarly productivity and external research support, as well as excellent communication skills, leadership abilities, and the capacity to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.

Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized Physical Demands and Work Environment Overview

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research interests, statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Questions may be directed to: Nenad Gucunski, Professor and Chair, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rutgers University, gucunski@soe.rutgers.edu

About Civil and Environmental Engineering

Civil and Environmental Engineering at Rutgers-New Brunswick is a premier engineering program featuring state-of-the-art laboratories, ABET accreditation, and strong ties to state and regional agencies and industry. The department conducts research across a range of focused areas that encompass the field of civil and environmental engineering, including sustainable and smart infrastructure, new geotechnical infrastructure systems, construction automation, high-performance building systems, and environmental sustainability and impact analyses. Our faculty members represent a richness of talent, curiosity, and vision. Students are active participants in exciting discovery and innovation. CEE houses state-of-the-art laboratories in Richard Weeks Hall of Engineering in all areas of civil and environmental engineering. The Center for Advanced Infrastructure and Transportation (CAIT) is affiliated with the CEE Department.

About Rutgers School of Engineering

Rutgers University-New Brunswick's School of Engineering is home to educational opportunity and innovation, preparing a richly diversified body of more than 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students with the ability to solve problems, make meaningful societal advances, lead through innovation, and excel in the global workplace. Ranked among the leading engineering programs in the nation, the school is centrally located in the Northeast Corridor amid a powerhouse of industrial, pharmaceutical, high-tech, transportation, and financial industries, providing professional and research opportunities. With seven academic departments and 10 engineering majors, Rutgers Engineering is also home to 200 highly skilled faculty members and nationally recognized research focusing on areas such as wireless communication, advanced infrastructure and transportation, pharmaceutical engineering, national security, and energy storage. Learn more at soe.rutgers.edu.

About Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, stands among America's highest-ranked, most diverse public research universities with main campuses in New Brunswick, Newark, and Camden. The university offers over 150 undergraduate majors and a wide range of graduate, professional, and online programs, with a strong focus on research and innovation. Rutgers is an academic, health, and research powerhouse and a university of opportunity.

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Posting Details

Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.rutgers.edu/postings/264004 Campus Rutgers University-New Brunswick Home Location Campus Busch (RU-New Brunswick) City Piscataway State NJ Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Cover Letter/Letter of Application
* Resume/CV
* Research Statement
* Teaching Interests
* List of Professional References (contact Info)

Optional Documents