University of South Florida
Chair and Professor-Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
Department Chair, Civil and Environmental Engineering (USF)
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of South Florida (USF), Tampa Campus, invites applications for the position of Department Chair, with an expected start date in Fall 2026.
This role offers a leadership opportunity in a highly productive and growing CEE department at a top‑50 public research university. We seek an accomplished scholar and dynamic leader who will guide a highly productive faculty, respect and strengthen the department’s collaborative culture, address faculty and students’ needs, and foster continued excellence in research, teaching, and service.
Responsibilities
Providing strategic leadership for the CEE Department.
Managing departmental operations.
Promoting a vibrant and collaborative research culture.
Advancing excellence in teaching and mentoring across all programs.
Recruiting, mentoring, and retaining talented faculty and staff.
Broadening participation among students, faculty, and staff.
Managing resources and budgets effectively and transparently.
Strengthening relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
Collaborating with other department chairs and college leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligibility for appointment as a tenured full professor in a CEE department at a Carnegie R1 institution.
Earned doctoral degree in CEE or a closely related field from an accredited research institution.
Demonstrated understanding of the CEE discipline and community.
Proven leadership experience in higher education administration.
Strong commitment to high‑quality pedagogy, curricular and student development.
Preferred Qualifications
Proof of fostering a collegial, collaborative, and supportive departmental culture.
Demonstrated availability, responsiveness, and excellent communication skills.
Strong ability to develop and sustain enduring relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
Strong record of leadership in securing competitive and significant research funding, including multidisciplinary research initiatives, from various sources.
Strong record of scholarship with publications in top‑tier journals and conferences in CEE.
Longstanding engagement in mentoring faculty, students, and staff, promoting their professional development and long‑term success.
Proven leadership in recruiting, program development, team building, and staff supervision.
Effective budget management practices in consultation with faculty and staff.
Application Package An application package should include a cover letter outlining interest and qualifications, a curriculum vitae (CV), a detailed letter of interest (1‑2 pages) describing leadership interests, philosophy, and experience, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file to the USF careers website. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Statement USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other unlawful basis. Dual career couples with questions about opportunities are encouraged to contact the Dean’s Office. To request disability accommodations in the application and interview process, please notify the designated coordinators at least five working days in advance.
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This role offers a leadership opportunity in a highly productive and growing CEE department at a top‑50 public research university. We seek an accomplished scholar and dynamic leader who will guide a highly productive faculty, respect and strengthen the department’s collaborative culture, address faculty and students’ needs, and foster continued excellence in research, teaching, and service.
Responsibilities
Providing strategic leadership for the CEE Department.
Managing departmental operations.
Promoting a vibrant and collaborative research culture.
Advancing excellence in teaching and mentoring across all programs.
Recruiting, mentoring, and retaining talented faculty and staff.
Broadening participation among students, faculty, and staff.
Managing resources and budgets effectively and transparently.
Strengthening relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
Collaborating with other department chairs and college leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
Eligibility for appointment as a tenured full professor in a CEE department at a Carnegie R1 institution.
Earned doctoral degree in CEE or a closely related field from an accredited research institution.
Demonstrated understanding of the CEE discipline and community.
Proven leadership experience in higher education administration.
Strong commitment to high‑quality pedagogy, curricular and student development.
Preferred Qualifications
Proof of fostering a collegial, collaborative, and supportive departmental culture.
Demonstrated availability, responsiveness, and excellent communication skills.
Strong ability to develop and sustain enduring relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
Strong record of leadership in securing competitive and significant research funding, including multidisciplinary research initiatives, from various sources.
Strong record of scholarship with publications in top‑tier journals and conferences in CEE.
Longstanding engagement in mentoring faculty, students, and staff, promoting their professional development and long‑term success.
Proven leadership in recruiting, program development, team building, and staff supervision.
Effective budget management practices in consultation with faculty and staff.
Application Package An application package should include a cover letter outlining interest and qualifications, a curriculum vitae (CV), a detailed letter of interest (1‑2 pages) describing leadership interests, philosophy, and experience, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file to the USF careers website. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Statement USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other unlawful basis. Dual career couples with questions about opportunities are encouraged to contact the Dean’s Office. To request disability accommodations in the application and interview process, please notify the designated coordinators at least five working days in advance.
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