Assistant​/Associate​/Full Professor Of Engineering At Randolph-Macon College

Randolph-Macon College invites applications for a tenure-track position in Civil Engineering to begin in Fall 2027. RMC’s ABET-accredited Engineering program is part of the Department of Physics, Engineering, and Astrophysics and includes a rigorous series of foundation and elective courses focused largely on Engineering Mechanics as well as hands‑on, project‑based design, and analysis courses where students learn to apply the essential technical principles to a series of complex, real‑world problems.

Randolph-Macon College faculty teach, advise, conduct research and engage in scholarship with undergraduate students, and serve the College and program.

Randolph-Macon College is a nationally-recognized residential institution of 1800 students located in Ashland, Virginia, just north of Richmond. Founded in 1830, the college offers a broad range of academic programs, including a graduate program in PA studies. The RMC curriculum, grounded in a liberal arts core, and our culture of personal attention foster intellectual growth and personal development, with a steadfast focus on helping students find and navigate pathways through college and to successful outcomes.

With a commitment to inclusivity and hands‑on learning, Randolph-Macon College provides an extraordinary educational experience – enhanced by exceptional athletic and extracurricular activities and supportive alumni – and prepares graduates for success in their chosen fields and in their lives.

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely-related field at the time of appointment with a focus in the area of Structural Engineering
• Evidence of experience in teaching
• Evidence of a commitment to effective undergraduate teaching and student engagement
• Evidence of scholarly productivity in the applicant’s area of study
• Experience working with students and a demonstrated commitment to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their maximum potential

• Evidence of effectiveness in teaching a variety of fundamental undergraduate Engineering Mechanics courses.
• Ability to offer a variety of undergraduate Civil Engineering Electives in the area of Structural Engineering as well as other Civil Engineering sub-fields.
• Dedication to educating the whole student in a liberal arts environment and a passion to grow into an outstanding teacher who inspires students through innovative and engaging instruction.
• Evidence of ability to engage undergraduates in the applicant’s scholarly activity.
• A demonstrated commitment to pedagogical methods that support all learners in reaching their maximum potential.
• Professional Engineering Experience.

• Professional Engineer’s License.
• Evidence of a commitment to student engagement including academic and career advising.
• Evidence of success in recruiting undergraduate students.
• Experience with ABET-accreditation.

Randolph-Macon College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, marital status, disability, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Randolph-Macon College is unable to offer new Visa sponsorship for this position.

For specific inquiries about the position, contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Dr. James McLeskey (James Mc Leskey ).