Assistant Professor Civil and Environmental Engineering

Cleveland State University

Assistant Professor

Civil and Environmental Engineering

Job Summary:

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CVE) at Cleveland State University (CSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Environmental Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

(1) Teach undergraduate and graduate environmental engineering courses;

(2) Establish and sustain an innovative, externally funded research program addressing critical environmental challenges; and

(3) Mentor and supervise student research and contribute services to the Department, College, University, and professional societies.

This position requires teaching on-campus courses. In addition, you may be assigned to teach off campus, evenings, weekends, and via distance learning technology, depending upon student need for the delivery of instructional services.

To complement its existing strengths in environmental engineering, the Department seeks candidates with a global perspective and a commitment to addressing critical environmental challenges through the integration of engineering and science. Preference will be given to applicants whose research demonstrates significant societal impact. Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, innovative water quality management in watersheds and large water bodies, emerging contaminants and environmental health, sustainable and smart urban infrastructure, and greenhouse gas mitigation to improve air quality and enhance climate resilience.

Opportunities for engagement in the greater Cleveland metro area include the Cleveland Metroparks, which has a significant number of ongoing small and large planning and design projects, and the Cleveland Water Alliance, which is engaged in two NSF Engines and manages the world’s largest digitally connected freshwater testbed.

CSU aspires to be a national leader in social and economic mobility. We will be a great place to learn and work. CSU is striving to be a nationally recognized and student focused public research institution that provides accessible, affordable, and Engaged Learning opportunities for all.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree in civil (or environmental) engineering or closely related fields;
• Earned doctoral degree in civil (or environmental) engineering or closely related fields by the appointment start date - Persons who are ABD will be hired at the rank of Instructor;
• Research experience or professional practices in environmental engineering; and
• Record of peer-reviewed publications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Postdoctoral experience;
• Professional Engineer (PE) registration;
• Research experience in sustainable and smart urban infrastructures; water quality management of large water bodies such as the Great Lakes; or greenhouse gas mitigation for climate resilience;
• Record of externally funded research as a PI or co-PI;
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching evidenced by student evaluations; and
• Demonstrated commitment to student mentorship and research supervision.

Applicant Instructions:

Applications will only be accepted online at https://hrjobs.csuohio.edu/postings/27370. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Preference will be given to applications received by December 1, 2026, and review will continue until the position is filled. All inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Ungtae Kim at u.kim@csuohio.edu.

Applicants must submit the following materials through the CSU online application system:

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae detailing educational background, professional experience, teaching record, list of peer-reviewed publications, and list of externally funded research
• Teaching Statement describing teaching philosophy, instructional experience, pedagogical training, and a summary of student evaluations (maximum 2 pages)
• Research Statement outlining current and future research interests and development plan (maximum 2 pages). Please do not attach the copies of journal articles
• Unofficial Transcripts for all earned and pursuing degrees
• Contact Information for Three References* (name, institutional affiliation, mailing address, email address, and telephone number) to be entered directly into the CSU online application system

*References will not be contacted until the later stages of the search process.

CSU is an urban university with more than 14,000 students located in the heart of Cleveland, OH. According to the Brookings Institution, CSU is No. 18 in the U.S. among public universities that fulfill a critical dual mission: providing upward mobility and conducting impactful research. CSU is the only Ohio university in the top tier of the Brookings list. For additional information about the city of Cleveland, see https://www.thisiscleveland.com/.

Hire is contingent upon the maintenance of existing levels of funding from the State of Ohio. Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials (including evidence of a Ph.D.) and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.