Assistant Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
College of Engineering and Computer Science
Assistant Professor
Fall 2027

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at California State University Fullerton invites applications for a tenuretrack Assistant Professor position in Geotechnical Engineering with an appointment to begin Fall 2027. Demonstrated laboratory-based teaching and research experience is desirable.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment
This position is open and available to all regardless of race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws California State University Fullerton (CSUF) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race sex color ethnicity or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. CSUF complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act the California Equity in Higher Education Act Californias Proposition 209 (Art. I Section 31 of the California Constitution) other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws and CSUs Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment segregation based on race or any other protected status and all forms of discrimination harassment and retaliation in all university programs policies and practices.

In addition California State University Fullerton is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system Cal State Fullerton fosters innovation collaboration and professional growth. The university values teaching research and service creating an environment where students staff and faculty can thrive. Cal State Fullerton is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The university also received the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2021 and 2024 from Excelencia in Education the nations leading authority on Latinx student success. Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer with a diverse student population of over 45000 and a faculty and staff population of 4000. Cal State Fullerton is firmly committed to helping students achieve academic excellence career success and economic mobility. Joining Cal State Fullerton means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various disciplines who share the universitys mission and core values. We welcome you to consider joining the Titan community.

CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.

Position
CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms labs studios and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments advise students and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of the person in this position will include the development and teaching of introductory and core courses in the discipline and the development of courses in their area(s) of specialization. Specific courses that this person will teach include undergraduate and graduate courses in geotechnical engineering and related civil engineering lecture and laboratory courses. This person will also be responsible for producing scholarly and creative work commensurate with the requirements for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department advise students serve on committees and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in geotechnical engineering or a related field.
• Undergraduate degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related field.
• Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses including laboratory courses.
• Demonstrated commitment to and excellence in undergraduate teaching of a very diverse student population including firstgeneration college students.
• Demonstrated potential for effective integration of technology into instruction.
• A strong record of scholarly accomplishments through high-quality peer-reviewed publications in the past five years.
• High potential to develop and pursue an independent externally funded research program involving undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated laboratory-based research experience.
• Ability and willingness to promote undergraduate and graduate student success through research mentorship advising cocurricular activities and other high-impact practices.
• Ability to balance excellent teaching scholarship andservice.
• Professional registration as a Civil Engineer or ability and willingness to get Professional Engineering (PE) licensure within five years of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

• University-level teaching experience in Civil Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience pursuing externally funded research projects.
• Post-baccalaureate professional work experience in Civil Engineering.

Application
A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply please visit choose full-time faculty search for the position 561357 and provide the following required materials:

• Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications (Maximum 2 pages).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Undergraduate and graduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted until appointment submitted as single PDF):
  • Transcripts are to be uploaded in the document upload section of the application under other documents.
• Research statement (Maximum 2 pages):
  • This statement should address recent and current research possibilities of your research to catalyze innovation in the field potential collaborations potential funding that your research could bring to the department and any laboratory equipment and/or space you will need.
• Teaching statement (Maximum 2 pages):
  • This statement should address all courses you have taught in the past if any and future courses you would like to teach and develop. It should also briefly discuss your teaching philosophy.
• Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words):
  • Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity equity and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. Its a way of thinking and acting that integrates these values into all aspects of an institution from curriculum and pedagogy to recruitment and hiring. Essentially it means that excellence is not just about achieving high standards but also about ensuring that all members of the community have the opportunity to thrive and contribute (Williams et al. 2005).
  • With the Inclusive Excellence Statement we aim to learn about the applicants perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement should showcase the candidates professional experience intellectual commitments and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students including but not limited to those of diverse ages abilities cultures ethnicities gender identities languages religions and sexual orientations.
  • Cal State Fullerton serves a student body that reflects the rich cultural ethnic and socioeconomic mosaic of Southern California. Please provide concrete examples of how you as a faculty member will support our students in one or more of the following areas which fall under the areas of awareness and understanding experience and commitment and future plans.
    1. Your contributions (past present or future) to embedding perspectives that are reflective of the student population into your teaching and/or scholarship.
    2. Your experience in service activities that are reflective of a diverse student population.
    3. Your experience and commitment to mentoring and providing opportunities to a diverse student body inside and outside the classroom environment.
    4. Your experience integrating creative activities that are inclusive of the identities of our student body and communities.
• A list of three references with relevant contact information:
  • Finalistsmust submit three letters of recommendation. Please have these ready for thereferents to submit. On the References page of the online application enter information and emailaddresses for three referents who will provide a confidential letter of reference for your application. Atthe appropriate time in the search process they will receive a request via email along with information onuploading the letter. You can verify that CSUF has received each letter by loggingback into your applicant portal.

Please direct all questions about the position to the search committee chair: Dr. David Naish at .

Application Deadline
Review of applications will begin on November 15 2026 and will continue until the position has been filled. To ensure full consideration all application materials must be received by November 15 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 18 2027.

The College and Department
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS) is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community by increasing the number of historically underrepresented students in the college and recruiting and retaining diverse faculty and staff. We are home to more than 5400 talented undergraduate and graduate students with 35.9% Hispanic and 1.5% Black or African American students. Each year we award approximately 1000 undergraduate and graduate degrees in engineering and the computer sciences. ECS is one of only two ABET-accredited engineering programs in Orange County News & World Report ranks ECS as one of the Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs at schools where a doctorate is not offered. ECS is dedicated to educating and preparing professionals to harness the power and potential of the engineering sciences for the benefit of society. Additionally the college of ECS is excited to announce the construction of a new engineering innovation hub which is going to be completed by 2027. This 28000 usable square foot building will be dedicated to fostering innovation interdisciplinary project collaboration industry partnerships community outreach efforts and cutting-edge research in all fields of engineering. For more information about the college please visit Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering offers a B.S. in Civil Engineering an M.S. in Civil Engineering and an online M.S. in Environmental Engineering. The B.S. in Civil Engineering program is ranked 8th in the nation among non-PhD granting institutions. The M.S. in Environmental Engineering is ranked 30^th in the nation and 3^rd in California among online engineering programs by U.S. News & World Report. For more information about the department please visit .

Compensation
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6221 to $13224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $8233 to $8394 per month.

Salary offered is commensurate with experience and addition the California Equal Pay Act prohibits employers from paying its employees less than those of the opposite sex and/or another race or ethnicity for substantially similar work ( research grants moving expenses startup funds and a reduced teaching load may be available.

CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse domestic partner and dependent feewaiver; access to campus childcare; and a definedbenefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits please visit employees hired by the CSU for the first time who first become CalPERS members on or after July 1 2017 are subject to a 10-year vesting period for retiree health and dental benefits.

Additional Information
Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

International Candidates
California State University Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff management or faculty positions.

For tenure-track faculty positions California State University Fullerton is currently not sponsoring H-1B applicants subject to the $100000 fee established by the Presidential Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers issued on September 19 2025. Individuals in the U.S. who hold a valid lawful nonimmigrant status visa can have a petition filed on their behalf to change their status to H-1B without being subjected to the fee. For example the fee does not apply to an H-1B petition filed by an individual presently in the U.S. who is an F-1 J-1 or O-1 status holder.

CSU Policies
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 revised July 21 2017 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who selfdisclose.

Notice of Non-Discrimination based on Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator.

In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California. It requires hiring employees to perform CSU-related work within the State of California. The employee must be able to accept on-campus instruction as assigned and come to campus when needed. The CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States.

Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last 7 years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must also sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicants current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.