Assistant Professor of Civil Engineering – Geotechnical Engineering

About the role

Texas A&M International University seeks a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Civil Engineering with a focus on Geotechnical Engineering to start Fall 2027. The role involves establishing an independent research program, developing laboratory capabilities, and teaching undergraduate courses.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead an externally funded research agenda in geotechnical engineering.
• Contribute to the creation and operation of the school’s geotechnical engineering laboratory.
• Teach lectures and labs in geotechnical engineering, foundation design, and slopes/retaining structures for the BS Civil Engineering program.
• Mentor student research projects and senior design teams.
• Participate in recruitment, ABET accreditation preparation, and departmental service.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related field by the start date (candidates near completion may be considered).
• Demonstrated expertise in geotechnical engineering through research, scholarship, or professional experience.
• Ability to teach both lecture and laboratory courses in the specified topics.
• Commitment to establishing an independent, externally funded research program.
• Progress toward Professional Engineer licensure is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Geotechnical engineering
• Foundation design and soil‑structure interaction
• Slope stability, retaining structures, and erosion control
• Geosynthetics and bio‑mediated ground improvement
• Advanced site characterization and field monitoring
• Computational geomechanics, AI/ML, and digital twin technologies

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and life insurance.
• Additional pay for summer teaching and support for professional development such as conference travel.
• Partial or full coverage of moving expenses.