The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of Washington invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure Track), with an anticipated start date of September, 2027. The location of this position is on the University of Washington campus in Seattle, Washington. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in research, teaching, and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic appointment, 3-year term, renewable, beginning September 16, 2027.
The base salary range for this position will be [$11,500 - $13,500] per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.
Positive factors for consideration include, but are not limited to, candidates with a promising record of research excellence in transportation; candidates working with emerging methods, tools, or technologies, such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, robotics and automation, new sensing and data sources, quantum applications, or directions we have not anticipated; and/or candidates who bring new areas of strength for the department. Applicants are encouraged to connect their work to one or more of the Grand Challenges identified in the Department's strategic plan.
All University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service. Our department offers a highly collegial and collaborative culture, with broad interdisciplinary research ties and opportunities. The UW has an active community of transportation researchers within CEE, the College of Engineering (CoE), and across the university. The candidate is expected to collaborate with colleagues within CEE, CoE, throughout the university, and externally; and to develop an externally funded research program. In teaching, the candidate will support and expand transportation course offerings at the undergraduate and graduate levels. In all aspects of this position, the candidate will be expected to contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment in research, teaching, mentoring, and service.
Qualifications
Applicants for this position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- A PhD or foreign equivalent degree, in civil engineering or a related discipline, by the date of appointment.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than November 29, 2026. Priority will be given to those applications received by November 29, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials, noting that any content exceeding page limits will not be reviewed:
- a cover letter of no more than 1 page detailing the candidate’s interest in the position, relevant qualifications and experiences, and a link to their Google Scholar profile;
- a curriculum vitae;
- a two-page research statement that includes the candidate’s vision for their research for the next 5 years, alignment of their work with one or more of the Grand Challenges identified in the department’s Strategic Plan, and the potential for research collaboration and external funding;
- a one-page description of the candidate’s vision for instruction and learning in civil and environmental engineering, identifying current undergraduate and graduate courses the candidate is interested in teaching and potential new course offerings;
- a one-page description of the candidate’s record of and plans for service, including service to the profession, to the department and the University, and/or engagement with public agencies, industry, and the communities affected by transportation decisions;
- up to three publications that illustrate the candidate’s research contributions;
- contact information for at least 3 referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request. References will only be contacted for short-listed candidates, but if asked will be expected to submit recommendations within thirty days.
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. Any such information should be integrated into the statements on research, teaching, and service, not included as a separate statement.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
Benefits Information
The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
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Disability Services
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.
