Visiting Assistant Professor-Civil Engineering
About the role
The Department of Civil Engineering at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a one-year visiting faculty position to join our community starting in August 2026. We seek candidates with a strong background in the area of engineering design principles. The fair area of expertise should be in structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, or civil engineering materials.
Responsibilities
- Teaching introduction to engineering design as well as other civil engineering courses that align with the candidate’s background and expertise.
- The successful candidate will be expected to teach four courses each semester.
- The position carries no expectations of service or advising so that the candidate may focus on teaching and student learning.
- The successful candidate will be mentored by the Department Chair and supported by TCNJ's Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning.
Qualifications
- Candidates must possess an undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering.
- We welcome applications from individuals with academic and professional backgrounds, including those with a PhD in Civil Engineering, those with a master's degree and relevant industry experience, and licensed Professional Engineers with substantial practice experience.
- Prior teaching and/or industry experience is highly desirable.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
Accommodation
Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.
Employee Benefits
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, and prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
Primary Location
Armstrong Hall - Engineering
Work Locations
Armstrong Hall - Engineering
Job Posting
Jul 13, 2026, 2:27:51 PM