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Professor and Department Head, Civil Engineering
$111k-170k (estimate)
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University of Louisiana at Lafayette is Hiring a Professor and Department Head, Civil Engineering Near Lafayette, LA
Position Title: Professor and Department Head, Civil Engineering
Department : 2420|Civil Engineering
ResponsibilitiesApplications and nominations are invited for the position of Professor and Department Head of the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The Department is looking for a leader with a vision to lead the department through continued growth in student enrollment, educational curriculum, engineering outreach, research expenditures, and national prominence.
ResponsibilitiesAs the administrative leader of the department, the selected candidate will be entrusted with managing all business and educational aspects, shaping the future direction of the department, and fostering its growth in terms of student populations and research and development fund generation. Collaboration with all departmental stakeholders will be essential to advance our department to new heights of national prominence. The role also entails maintaining a high level of professional activity, befitting a leader in engineering higher education, and working diligently to secure donations and other avenues for departmental advancement. Additionally, the Department Head will play a pivotal role in leading faculty towards increased scholarly activities, overseeing the recruitment of new faculty and staff, and spearheading efforts related to accreditation. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the success and continued growth of our department, and we invite qualified individuals to apply and become a part of our dynamic team.
Department And CollegeThe Department of Civil Engineering is one of six departments in the College of Engineering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The department has a very strong ABET accredited undergraduate program and a growing graduate program. The department is experiencing significant increases in research expenditures and increased recognition related to the results of these activities. In 2022, research expenditures for the department were about $3M. The current primary focus research areas are transportation, water resource and environmental issues, infrastructure, and the built environment.
The College of Engineering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has about 1600 students, as of fall 2023, and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in all engineering departments.
University And CommunityThe University is the largest in the University of Louisiana System with about 850 faculty members and over 19,000 students, including undergraduates, graduates, and non-degree seekers. The University is designated by the Carnegie Foundation, as an R1 University - “Research University with Very High Research Activity.”
The mission of the University is to offer an exceptional education informed by diverse world views striving to develop innovative leaders who advance knowledge. The essential values of the University are: equity, integrity, intellectual curiosity, creativity, tradition, transparency, respect, collaboration, pluralism, and sustainability. Academic excellence is the objective of 68 undergraduate and 45 graduate certificates and degrees in the arts, sciences, and professional education The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges accredits the University, which is a public doctoral research university with higher research activity.
The University is located in Lafayette, LA, an exciting community within Louisiana’s beautiful Cajun Country. The community is highly technology-oriented and has a reputation for retaining and growing population due to the high-quality lifestyle, pleasing climate, and the friendly nature of its people. Lafayette is located midway between New Orleans and Houston and is the heart of Louisiana's Acadian-Creole region. The city of over 130,000 is part of the Lafayette-Acadiana area, which has a total population of over 625,000 and is one of Louisiana's fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Lafayette serves as the energy, financial, retail, and medical center for South-Central Louisiana.
ApplicationsApplicants should provide a cover letter detailing their vision for the department and how their background supports this vision including their research vision, complete curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of scholarly interests, and a list of five references. References will not be contacted unless the candidate is selected for the Zoom interview stage.
Review of applications will begin starting August 28, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
Job Ad# (req2606)
Department : 2420|Civil Engineering
ResponsibilitiesApplications and nominations are invited for the position of Professor and Department Head of the Civil Engineering Department at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The Department is looking for a leader with a vision to lead the department through continued growth in student enrollment, educational curriculum, engineering outreach, research expenditures, and national prominence.
ResponsibilitiesAs the administrative leader of the department, the selected candidate will be entrusted with managing all business and educational aspects, shaping the future direction of the department, and fostering its growth in terms of student populations and research and development fund generation. Collaboration with all departmental stakeholders will be essential to advance our department to new heights of national prominence. The role also entails maintaining a high level of professional activity, befitting a leader in engineering higher education, and working diligently to secure donations and other avenues for departmental advancement. Additionally, the Department Head will play a pivotal role in leading faculty towards increased scholarly activities, overseeing the recruitment of new faculty and staff, and spearheading efforts related to accreditation. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the success and continued growth of our department, and we invite qualified individuals to apply and become a part of our dynamic team.
Department And CollegeThe Department of Civil Engineering is one of six departments in the College of Engineering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. The department has a very strong ABET accredited undergraduate program and a growing graduate program. The department is experiencing significant increases in research expenditures and increased recognition related to the results of these activities. In 2022, research expenditures for the department were about $3M. The current primary focus research areas are transportation, water resource and environmental issues, infrastructure, and the built environment.
The College of Engineering at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette has about 1600 students, as of fall 2023, and offers B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in all engineering departments.
University And CommunityThe University is the largest in the University of Louisiana System with about 850 faculty members and over 19,000 students, including undergraduates, graduates, and non-degree seekers. The University is designated by the Carnegie Foundation, as an R1 University - “Research University with Very High Research Activity.”
The mission of the University is to offer an exceptional education informed by diverse world views striving to develop innovative leaders who advance knowledge. The essential values of the University are: equity, integrity, intellectual curiosity, creativity, tradition, transparency, respect, collaboration, pluralism, and sustainability. Academic excellence is the objective of 68 undergraduate and 45 graduate certificates and degrees in the arts, sciences, and professional education The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges accredits the University, which is a public doctoral research university with higher research activity.
The University is located in Lafayette, LA, an exciting community within Louisiana’s beautiful Cajun Country. The community is highly technology-oriented and has a reputation for retaining and growing population due to the high-quality lifestyle, pleasing climate, and the friendly nature of its people. Lafayette is located midway between New Orleans and Houston and is the heart of Louisiana's Acadian-Creole region. The city of over 130,000 is part of the Lafayette-Acadiana area, which has a total population of over 625,000 and is one of Louisiana's fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Lafayette serves as the energy, financial, retail, and medical center for South-Central Louisiana.
ApplicationsApplicants should provide a cover letter detailing their vision for the department and how their background supports this vision including their research vision, complete curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, a statement of scholarly interests, and a list of five references. References will not be contacted unless the candidate is selected for the Zoom interview stage.
Review of applications will begin starting August 28, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Engineering with a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or some closely aligned field.
- Recognized leader in the field of civil engineering or some closely aligned field.
- Preferably a licensed professional engineer or willing to pursue licensure in Louisiana.
- Proven track record in university education.
- Well publicized in engineering journals.
- Track record of R&D activities.
- Experience with ABET and other accrediting activities.
- Possesses strong leadership skills.
- Has experience leading a unit toward new heights.
- Has a vision for advancing the national reputation of the department.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with managing engineered systems.
- Experience with community engagement.
- Strong interpersonal/human relations skills.
- Strong organizational and analytical skills necessary to manage an engineering department.
Job Ad# (req2606)
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$111k-170k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/19/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/05/2024
WEBSITE
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HEADQUARTERS
LAFAYETTE, LA
SIZE
1,000 - 3,000
FOUNDED
1898
TYPE
Private
CEO
DR JOSEPH SAVOIE
REVENUE
$200M - $500M
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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