University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health
Open Rank Non-Tenure Track Faculty - Civil, Materials, Environmental Engineering
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) School of Public Health, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Open Rank Non-Tenure Track Faculty – Civil, Materials, Environmental Engineering
Hiring Department:
Civil, Materials, Environmental Engineering
Location:
Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID:
1038499
Posting Close Date:
January 15, 2026
Salary:
$80,000 – $100,000 (range)
About The University Of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting‑edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary The Department of Civil, Materials, and Environmental Engineering (CME) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invites applications for a full‑time non‑tenure‑track faculty position (lecturer or clinical) beginning August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will teach Engineering Surveying, Engineering Drawing and Design, and other required Civil Engineering service courses. The ideal candidate will complement the existing strengths of the CME department’s instructional faculty by offering required service courses. Candidates with proven excellence teaching experience as the “instructor of record” (responsible for course development, contents, delivery, and final grading) in an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program are strongly preferred. Applicants must hold a PhD in Civil Engineering or a closely related field by the start date. Professional Engineer (PE) registration—or demonstrated progress toward licensure—by the time applying for promotion, is required. A minimum of five years of professional experience is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to be an excellent instructor, interface with the industry and professional organizations to support our program and provide service to the university and the profession. Prior teaching experience in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering curriculum is required.
Duties
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering, including engineering surveying, civil engineering drawing and design, capstone‑level engineering design, and other service courses.
Mentor senior design projects and advise student organizations.
Hold office hours and provide academic advising.
Participate in course and program assessment.
Contribute service to the university and the profession.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Civil Engineering or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration or demonstrated progress toward licensure.
Minimum five years of professional experience preferred.
Prior teaching experience in an ABET‑accredited Civil Engineering curriculum required.
Applications must be submitted online https://jobs.uic.edu/ and must include a one-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching, research, and diversity statements, and names and email addresses of at least three references. Links to professional websites such as Google Scholar or Research Gate are recommended. For fullest consideration, applications must be submitted by January 15, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Education and Training, Higher Education
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Civil, Materials, Environmental Engineering
Location:
Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID:
1038499
Posting Close Date:
January 15, 2026
Salary:
$80,000 – $100,000 (range)
About The University Of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting‑edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary The Department of Civil, Materials, and Environmental Engineering (CME) at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invites applications for a full‑time non‑tenure‑track faculty position (lecturer or clinical) beginning August 16, 2026. The successful candidate will teach Engineering Surveying, Engineering Drawing and Design, and other required Civil Engineering service courses. The ideal candidate will complement the existing strengths of the CME department’s instructional faculty by offering required service courses. Candidates with proven excellence teaching experience as the “instructor of record” (responsible for course development, contents, delivery, and final grading) in an ABET accredited Civil Engineering program are strongly preferred. Applicants must hold a PhD in Civil Engineering or a closely related field by the start date. Professional Engineer (PE) registration—or demonstrated progress toward licensure—by the time applying for promotion, is required. A minimum of five years of professional experience is preferred. The successful candidate is expected to be an excellent instructor, interface with the industry and professional organizations to support our program and provide service to the university and the profession. Prior teaching experience in an ABET-accredited Civil Engineering curriculum is required.
Duties
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering, including engineering surveying, civil engineering drawing and design, capstone‑level engineering design, and other service courses.
Mentor senior design projects and advise student organizations.
Hold office hours and provide academic advising.
Participate in course and program assessment.
Contribute service to the university and the profession.
Minimum Qualifications
PhD in Civil Engineering or related field.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration or demonstrated progress toward licensure.
Minimum five years of professional experience preferred.
Prior teaching experience in an ABET‑accredited Civil Engineering curriculum required.
Applications must be submitted online https://jobs.uic.edu/ and must include a one-page cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching, research, and diversity statements, and names and email addresses of at least three references. Links to professional websites such as Google Scholar or Research Gate are recommended. For fullest consideration, applications must be submitted by January 15, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Education and Training, Higher Education
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