Job Details

Institution: Temple University
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive salaries and startup support will be provided
Posted: October 14, 2025
Application Deadline: January 30, 2026
Category: Civil and Environmental Engineering

About the Position

The College of Engineering at Temple University invites applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Temple University, a Carnegie R1 (High Research Activity) public institution, is among the nation’s largest providers of higher education. As it enters its second century, the University is strategically positioned to educate the next generation of engineers and researchers. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering plays a key role in this mission with its thriving undergraduate, graduate, and research programs.

The new Chair will provide dynamic leadership, fostering excellence in teaching, research, and innovation. The successful candidate will advance the department’s vision and strategic direction, driving curriculum development and expanding research opportunities in civil and environmental engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the Dean of the College of Engineering.

• Enhance the teaching, research, and service missions of the department.

• Lead strategic planning and set long- and short-term goals for academic growth and visibility.

• Foster curriculum innovation to prepare students for modern engineering challenges.

• Manage departmental budgets and coordinate financial planning with the Dean’s office.

• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and research-driven environment for faculty and students.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.

• Tenured Associate or Full Professor rank (or equivalent) at the time of appointment.

• Proven leadership experience in academia, research, or administration.

• Established record of funded research and scholarly publications.

• Commitment to high-quality teaching and student mentorship.

• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license preferred.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and research.

Areas of Interest

Applicants with expertise in one or more of the following areas are encouraged to apply:

• Infrastructure and Transportation Engineering

• Structural Engineering

• Geotechnical Engineering

• Environmental and Water Resources Engineering

About the Department

The Department currently includes:

• 13 full-time faculty, 15 adjunct professors, and approximately 300 students.

• Undergraduate programs in Civil Engineering and Construction Engineering Technology.

• Graduate programs offering M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering.

• A Graduate Certificate in Stormwater Management.

• The department also hosts the NSF Industry-University Cooperative Research Center (I/UCRC) for Water and Environmental Technology (WET).

Major research sponsors include:

• National Science Foundation (NSF)

• Department of Defense (DoD)

• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Department of Transportation (DOTs)

• National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

• National Institutes of Health (NIH)

• Pennsylvania DEP and DCED

• Philadelphia Water Department

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should apply online at:
https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30873

Required Documents:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Research Statement

4. Teaching Statement

5. Leadership Philosophy Statement

6. Diversity and Inclusion Statement

7. Contact information for four references

Inquiries:
Questions may be directed to Professor Bechara Abboud, Search Committee Chair:
bechara.abboud@temple.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement

Temple University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and individuals from underrepresented groups.

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