Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, Associate or Full Professor, Tenured
Listed on 2026-02-18
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic
Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, Associate or Full Professor, Tenured
Apply now Job no: 497680
Work type: Full-time Faculty
Location: Grand Forks
Categories: Tenure/Tenure-track Faculty
- $100,000+ commensurate with rank and experience, 9-month faculty position with 12-month administration assignment and stipend, Exempt
- 40 hours per week
- This position will work onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus
About the College of Engineering & Mines and the University of North Dakota
The College of Engineering & Mines (CEM) at UND is home to six departments and multiple research centers that emphasize collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact. CEM is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and fosters a supportive environment for faculty, staff, and students.
The University of North Dakota, founded in 1883, is the state’s oldest and largest university and a nationally recognized leader in energy, aerospace, and health sciences. UND is located in Grand Forks, a vibrant college town with a high quality of life, affordable living, and strong community engagement.
Duties & Responsibilities- Provide leadership and administrative oversight for all departmental activities.
- Support faculty development and mentor excellence in teaching, research, and service.
- Oversee budget management, strategic planning, and resource allocation.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
- Advance research productivity and interdisciplinary initiatives across CEM and UND.
- Lead and maintain ABET accreditation for the Civil Engineering program.
- Strengthen partnerships with industry, government agencies, and alumni.
- Promote student success through engagement, advising, and experiential learning.
- Represent the department to internal and external stakeholders and advocate for its needs.
- Demonstrated leadership and administrative skills in an academic or research setting.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and decision‑making abilities.
- Commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success.
- Strong record of scholarship, teaching, and service aligned with UND’s values of learning, discovery, and engagement.
- Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications- Qualifications appropriate for appointment as a tenured Full Professor in the department.
- National or international reputation for scholarly excellence in civil engineering.
- Sustained record of high‑impact, peer‑reviewed publications.
- History of externally funded research appropriate to the discipline.
- Leadership experience in an academic setting (e.g., program director, associate chair, center director, etc).
- Experience managing complex organizations, personnel, and budgets.
- Articulation of a clear, forward‑looking vision for the department’s teaching, research, and service missions.
- Experience with strategic planning, program development, and continuous improvement.
- Record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Commitment to curriculum innovation, assessment, and accreditation.
- Experience fostering collaboration across disciplines within engineering and beyond.
- Commitment to expanding partnerships with industry and professional organizations.
To assure full consideration, applications must be received by March 31st, 2026 and include the following materials:
- Cover letter addressing qualifications and leadership vision as it pertains to the minimum and preferred qualifications, as well as their leadership philosophy and vision for the department.
- Statement of teaching philosophy and experience.
- Statement of research philosophy and experience.
- Names and contact information of five references (including email addresses).
- Unofficial transcripts. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts upon hire.
Advertised: 13 Feb 2026 Central Standard Time
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