Ohio Northern University - Assistant Professor

Ohio Northern University - Assistant Professor

We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about teaching and is invested in the success of our students. Our faculty members encourage students to ask questions, develop confidence in their abilities, and engage in high-impact learning opportunities such as undergraduate research. If you would like to be a part of a professional, collaborative team devoted to making a significant and lasting impact on the lives of young engineers, the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Ohio Northern University invites you to apply for a tenure track faculty position to begin August 19, 2026. Candidates with a specialty from all aspects of civil engineering are encouraged to apply. The candidate’s application letter should specifically address how the candidate meets the stated needs of our position within our undergraduate serving institution.

Principle Responsibilities:

The applicant must be committed to teaching excellence in undergraduate education and must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Expectations include actively pursuing scholarly research and professional development opportunities. Teaching of introductory, college-wide courses (such as Foundation of Design, Statics, Strength of Material, etc.) as well as upper-level civil engineering courses is expected. ONU is part of the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network and is committed to instilling the entrepreneurial mindset in our undergraduate engineering students.

All application materials must be submitted online at https://jobs.onu.edu/postings/13642 and must include an application letter, vita, statements of teaching and research experience, transcripts, and the names and contact information of three professional references. The application letter should specifically address how the candidate meets the stated needs of our position within our undergraduate serving institution. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2025 and the search will continue until the position is filled. Questions concerning the position should be referred to: Dr. Lauren Logan, Associate Professor and Chair of the Search Committee, Kokosing Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Ohio Northern University, Ada, OH 45810, l-logan@onu.edu.

Required Skills:

Candidates should be committed to advancing the knowledge and practice of engineering education pedagogy. The appointment will be made at the Assistant Professor level. Industry experience, teaching experience, professional licensure, and an ability to teach structural analysis, foundation design, and/or construction engineering will be viewed favorably.

Minimum Qualifications:

A.B.D. or Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Transportation Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Engineering Education (with a prior degree in civil engineering). Degree requirements must be completed before the date of employment.

ONU is an equal employment opportunity employer. Accordingly, no person shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, sex, gender identity, transgender status, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, separation and other terms, condition and privileges of employment. ONU celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment.