Faculty Civil Engineering - College of Engineering and Technology

Grand Canyon University (GCU) is a private, nondenominational Christian university located in Phoenix, Arizona.

The College of Engineering and Technology seeks a full‑time faculty member to teach Civil Engineering at the traditional campus.

GCU's Main Campus, 33rd Ave. and Camelback, Phoenix, Arizona.

• Equip students with the required skill set, facilitate classroom discussions, assess student performance, and prepare them to be successful leaders in their chosen profession.
• Teach undergraduate courses within the Civil Engineering major, mentor and assist majors outside classroom hours.
• Assist the administration with driving curriculum design and development.
• Work with leadership on strategic planning initiatives advancing engineering education.
• Develop and administer forward‑thinking short‑ and long‑term plans for development and growth.
• Assist the University in building a solid foundation for growth of engineering programs.
• Foster and promote diversity and collegiality among faculty, students, and staff and advocate for change.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry to support internships, project collaborations, industrial mentoring, and Capstone projects.
• Assist the Dean in developing internal and external communities that promote the major field of study, college, and University.

• Master's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Active Professional Engineer license (PE) in any state.
• Extensive, advanced, and current knowledge of Civil Engineering, specifically in Traffic Engineering, Urban Planning, Water Resources, or a closely related field.
• Ability to teach related Civil Engineering coursework.
• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of values‑based education from a Christian perspective.
• Commitment to supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission.

• Doctoral degree in Civil Engineering or similar from a regionally accredited institution.
• 3–5 years of engineering teaching experience.
• Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, best teaching and administrative practices.
• Record of excellence in teaching.
• Understanding of various adult learning methods.

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Free covered parking.
• Education Tuition Discount Program for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
• On‑site gym.

The University values diversity among its students, faculty, and staff and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome of pre‑employment screening activities, including a background check.