Instructor - Civil Engineering jobs in Laramie, WY

Assistant Lecturer or Assistant Instructional Professor, depending on education and experience

The University of Wyoming invites diverse applicants to consider our employment opportunities.  We are also especially interested in candidates who have experience working with diverse populations and/or diverse initiatives. 

JOB TITLE:   

Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Instructional Professor

JOB PURPOSE:   

The College of Engineering and Physical Sciences (CEPS) of the University of Wyoming includes 10 departments and the newly formed School of Computing. The College prides itself on research innovation, teaching excellence, industrial engagement, and broader societal impact. With a significantly increased budget, we have embarked on a transformational journey to become a Tier-1 Institution, recognized nationally for academic excellence and world-class research. This includes new state-of-the-art facilities and dedicated funding for research initiatives. We are hiring a cohort of new faculty across the College, and we seek to attract a diverse and inclusive group of talented early-stage faculty and established researchers.

The Department of Civil & Architectural Engineering and Construction Management (CAECM) at the University of Wyoming invites applications for a position as Assistant Lecturer beginning August 2024. Candidates are sought with expertise in Architectural Engineering and/or Construction Management. This is a full-time, 9-month, benefitted position. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The duties of the position are:

• To teach undergraduate courses in Construction Management, typically three courses per semester 
• To engage in professional development activities in the discipline
• To perform service to the Department, College, and the University, including: 
  • mentoring student groups 
  • outreach activities to program stakeholders

REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY: 

This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  

• For Assistant Lecturer, Masters degree in Construction Management or closely related field. For Assistant Instructional Professor, Ph.D. degree in same.
• Experience teaching at the college level
• Professional experience in the Architecture/Engineering/Construction (AEC) industry

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated teaching excellence and use of innovative teaching methods
• Familiarity with curricular issues and student assessment for ACCE accreditation
• Ability to teach courses in Architectural Engineering and/or Civil Engineering
• PE or eligibility for PE licensure

REQUIRED MATERIALS:  

Complete the online UW application (Go to jobs.uwyo.edu and look for Job ID 233408 under “Academic Job Listings”) and upload the following documents as a single file in order to be considered a complete packet:

1) a letter of application

2) a detailed resume or curriculum vitae

3) a statement of accomplishments and vision in teaching

4) contact information for four professional references.

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 11/20/2023 will receive full consideration.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management includes 24 faculty members and serves approximately 440 students. At the undergraduate level we have ABET-accredited B.S. degrees in Civil Engineering and Architectural Engineering, a B.S. degree in Construction Management, and a Certificate in Cadastral Surveying.  For additional information, please see: http://www.uwyo.edu/civil/

At the University of Wyoming, Assistant Lecturers are non-tenure track academic personnel who are considered for reappointment annually for the term of a three-year probationary period. Reappointment is contingent both on meritorious performance and on the continued consistency of the position with the University’s programmatic needs and priorities. Assistant Lecturers are eligible for a fixed-term rolling contract appointment after successfully serving a probationary period of three consecutive years. Assistant Lecturers are eligible for promotion to Associate Lecturer after a period of six years.

HIRING STATEMENT:  

UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities.   

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu

ABOUT LARAMIE:

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.

Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/

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