Open-Rank Faculty Position in Civil Engineering

Open-Rank Faculty Position in Civil Engineering

   

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

   

Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for multiple faculty positions in Civil Engineering at the open rank level, with preference given to candidates at the assistant or associate professor rank. These positions support Florida Poly’s rapidly growing Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering program, which will graduate its first class in May 2027.

Florida Poly is the only public university in Florida focused exclusively on STEM education. We are a young and expanding institution with a bold strategic goal of reaching 3,000 students by 2030, fueled by high-demand programs in engineering and technology fields.

The Civil Engineering program resides within the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, and is designed around a hands-on, project-focused curriculum that emphasizes real-world impact, interdisciplinary collaboration, and professional readiness. Students develop expertise across core areas of civil engineering, with particular emphasis on structures, materials, transportation, water resources, and geotechnical systems.

We are especially interested in candidates with teaching and research experience in reinforced concrete, geotechnical engineering, and structural engineering, though outstanding applicants in other civil subfields will be considered. As a member of the founding faculty in this new program, you will have the opportunity to shape both the curriculum and the culture of the department. Your work will play a foundational role in building a distinctive and sustainable academic program that addresses statewide and national infrastructure needs.

Faculty in these positions will contribute to teaching undergraduate courses, advising and mentoring students, supervising senior design projects, engaging in externally relevant research, and supporting the continued development of a high-quality academic program. Florida Poly’s small class sizes applied learning environment, and strong commitment to undergraduate education make it an ideal setting for student-focused faculty.
These are tenure-track equivalent positions that offer long-term contracts and post-tenure review, governed by the Collective Bargaining Agreement with the United Faculty of Florida. The expected start date is August 2026, though earlier appointments may be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

   

JOB DESCRIPTION

   

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

• For the rank of Assistant Professor:
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related field earned before the start date
• For the rank of Associate Professor:
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related field earned before the start date
  • Currently hold rank of Associate Professor or eligible to apply for Associate Professor at current institution.
• For the rank of Full Professor:
  • Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related field earned before the start date
  • 6 years of experience at the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Evidence of effective teaching.
• Relevant research or industry experience. 
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and interdisciplinary funded applied research. 
• Active participation in professional activities and organizations. 
• Experience with students’ academic advising and mentoring. 
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with a broad campus community. 

APPLICATION PROCESS: All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format to Florida Polytechnic during the application process.   

• A cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae with contact information of three professional references
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research interests
• Unofficial copy of the Ph.D./M.Sc. transcript. Transcripts issued outside of the United States require an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Please visit Members – NACES for a list of current members who provide this service type This report must be submitted with the application.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System.  The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission. 

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and a high standard of living, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATION

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click here for more information. 

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS

• Perks and Discounts
• Annual Leave
  • To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
• Sick Leave
  • Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

EXPLORE LAKELAND FLORIDA

Conveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland is home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businesses and attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.

 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

 

Required attachments are listed on each posting.   Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered. 

 

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. 

 

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

 

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.  

  

  

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.