Faculty - Smart & Resilient Infrastructure

Position: Open Rank Faculty - Smart & Resilient Infrastructure

Posting Number

F2580P

Working Title

Open Rank Faculty - Smart & Resilient Infrastructure

Department

ENGR-Env Civil Agr & Mech

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

College/Unit/Department

website

engr.uga.edu/schools/ecam

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2026

Job Posting Date

11/20/2025

Open until filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin on December 31, 2025; however, applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.

Inquiries about the positions should be directed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. S. Sonny Kim (kims) or Dr. Brian Bledsoe (bbledsoe) in the College of Engineering.

Applicants are asked to submit the following information along with their application:

• A cover letter (not to exceed one page) addressing the candidate’s experience relative to the responsibilities of the position.
• A detailed curriculum vita.
• A teaching statement not to exceed 2 pages.
• A research statement not to exceed 2 pages.
• The names, titles, and contact information for five professional references.

Selected applicants will be required to submit transcripts and a background investigation demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia.

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

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Classification Title

Open Rank

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenure Track or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

All candidates must have a Ph.D. in engineering, computer science or related discipline.

Position Summary

The College of Engineering at the University of Georgia invites applications for multiple open rank, academic year (9-month) tenure-track faculty positions in civil engineering with a focus on smart infrastructure and resilient infrastructure.

These positions will be centered in the College of Engineering’s School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural, and Mechanical Engineering (ECAM) and supervised by the ECAM School Chair. The positions will start August 1, 2026,…