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Position Title Faculty, Assistant/Associate Professor - Civil Engineering Position Category Faculty - Tenure Track (FT) Summary

The Engineering Department at Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position, at the level of assistant/associate professor, in the areas of hydraulics and hydrology. The successful candidates must have earned B.S. and Ph.D. degrees in civil engineering, or closely related areas, and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and research, advising, and course laboratory development. Preference will be given to candidates with teaching experience, and professional experience and registration. Candidates must be eligible and willing to become professional engineers, if not already registered. Excellent opportunities exist for collaborative work with the Utah Department of Transportation and regional civil engineering firms. Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the position is filled. The appointments will start on January 3, 2019. Applicants should submit a letter of application addressing qualifications along with a resume, and names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

Required Qualifications

B.S. and Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, or closely related areas. (Ph.D must be completed by 1/3/2019.)

Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and applied research, advising, and course and laboratory development.

Minimum of 3 three years of teaching with demonstrable experience in the field of Hydraulics and Hydrology specialization.

Eligible and willing to become professional engineer if not already registered.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

The successful candidate will possess:

• Knowledge and experience in effective area of hydraulics and hydrology
• Skills in interpersonal, problem solving and decision-making.
• Skills in presentation of course materials and learning experiences.
• Expertise in teaching subjects related to general civil engineering topics, including hydraulics and hydrology; with a minimum of 3 years teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to engage, motivate, and evaluate students.
• Ability to deal with the opportunities and challenges of a rapidly growing and changing institution.
• Experience in developing and teaching courses.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Requirements

Physical requirements include frequent standing, sitting, grasping, and fine hand manipulation with continual talking hearing, and seeing. May be required to lift up to 10 lbs.

EEO Statement

Employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Benefits Summary

UVU offers an excellent benefits package which includes a generous leave policy, 12 paid holidays, affordable medical and dental insurance options, life and AD&D insurance, tuition waiver (undergraduate resident) for employee and dependents and substantial employer contribution to a retirement plan.

FLSA Exempt Pay Range DOQ Advertisement Detail Information

Advertisement Number FAC34318 Open Date 10/05/2018 Review Start Date 11/05/2018 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting http://www.uvu.jobs/postings/9365 Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * What is your highest level of education?
   • High School or equivalent
   • Associates
   • Bachelors
   • Masters
   • PhD
   • PhD (abd)
   • Juris Doctorate
2. How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
   • 0-1
   • 1-3
   • 3-5
   • 5-7
   • 7+

Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

1. Evidence of Degree (copy of transcript OR diploma)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Cover Letter
5. Research Statement

Optional Documents

1. Unofficial Transcripts # 1 , License or Certification
2. Other Document #1
3. Other Document #2
4. Other Document #3
5. Letter of Recommendation 1
6. Letter of Recommendation 2
7. Letter of Recommendation 3
8. License or Certification