"CIE-26-01 Tenure-Track Faculty Position, Civil Engineering"

Job Details

School: Engineering

Department: Civil Engineering

Campus: Byblos

Vacancy date: Fall 2026

The Department of Civil Engineering at the Lebanese American University (LAU) invites applicants for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in Civil Engineering effective September 2026. The position will be at the assistant professor rank but qualified candidates with established teaching and research credentials may be considered at higher ranks. Visiting faculty positions at all ranks will also be considered for one year appointment, extendable to two years.

Candidates must have an undergraduate degree and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering with specialization in structural engineering (with preference given to those who have U.S. experience in teaching or industry, and to holders of P.E. licenses). Postdoctoral experience and/or expertise in teaching will be an advantage. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate- and graduate-levels, build a strong research program, attract external funding, advise undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in service activities in the department, School and the University.

The Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York. Information about the University can be found at: http://www.lau.edu.lb

Salary & Benefits

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The University offers an extensive benefits package, including medical health insurance and schooling of children.

Application Requirements and Procedure

Applicants are invited to apply electronically by submitting to the Dean of the School of Engineering, Lebanese American University, email: dean.soe@lau.edu.lb, the following:

• Complete resume
• Brief statements of teaching and research
• Names of at least three references with their detailed contact information

Candidates should refer to position no. CIE-26-01_Civil Engineering.

Review of applications will begin as they are received. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.