geotechnical engineering and geomechanics sub-areas of interest to the department include: Soil-structure interaction; Geo-hazard analysis and mitigation; Geophysical mapping and analysis of geohazards, such as sinkholes, landslides, etc.; Application of multi-scale computational modeling, data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence techniques to geotechnical engineering; durability and life-cycle assessment of geotechnical infrastructure; and performance-based design and adaptation of geotechnical assets for infrastructure resilience. The Department of Civil Engineering has 17 full-time faculty members in four areas of concentration: Environmental Engineering, Structures/Mechanics, Transportation, and Water Resources. Our faculty engage in a wide variety of research efforts with international, national, regional, and local agencies as well as private entities to address both regional and global complex infrastructure demands and challenges. The Department houses several CCNY centers and CUNY institutes, including the CUNY Environmental Crossroads Initiative, the Center for Water Resources and Environmental Research, the Institute for Municipal Waste Research, the Institute for Transportation Systems, NOAA Center for Earth Systems Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies, and the University Transportation Research Center. CCNY?s Grove School of Engineering?s $35 million in external research last year classified it in the top 10% of US engineering institutions. CUNY is the largest public urban university system in the United States. CCNY is the founding institution of CUNY and one of CUNY?s flagship campuses, is a minority serving institution, and is the only public institution offering bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees in civil engineering in New York City. The Department of Civil Engineering is committed to the rigorous training of students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds to become future leaders in engineering firms, agencies, and professional organizations. QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in Civil Engineering.Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarly achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. Preferred Qualifications A strong research background in geotechnical engineering and geomechanics, geohazards, and be capable of teaching fundamental undergraduate and advanced graduate courses in civil engineering. COMPENSATION Salary Range: $94,017 - $114,091 Salaries above the contractual base may be offered, commensurate with experience and PSC-CUNY contract. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. HOW TO APPLY Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position. If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions. If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows: Go to https://cuny.jobs/ Search for Job Opening ID number TBD Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions. Applications, including the following must be uploaded to the CUNYfirst job application website as a single PDF document: Cover Letter; Research Statement; Statement of Teaching Philosophy; Curriculum Vitae CLOSING DATE December 14, 2026 JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Faculty EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 32966 Location: City College of New York Job Type: Full-Time
43% Job Post Completeness
Our Job Post Completeness indicates how much vital information has been provided for this job listing. Academic Jobs has done the heavy lifting for you and summarized all the important aspects of this job to save you time.
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT The Department of Civil Engineering at the City College of New York (CCNY) of the City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor, tenure-track faculty member with expertise in Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an externally funded research program that complements existing departmental expertise. Specific…
This is a Preview Listing…
Sign in for full job listing.
Finalise to make live.
Find Your Best Opportunity
Tell them AcademicJobs.com sent you!

