Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Department Civil & Environmental Engineer 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: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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, gucunskigers.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…