The University of New Mexico
Assistant Professor
The University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States, 87101
Benefits Eligible
The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.Position Summary
The Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering (CCEE) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor
faculty position to join our Department in Fall 2025.We are seeking to recruit a colleague interested in contributing to the research, teaching, and outreach missions of the CCEE Department, which currently has 17 tenure-track and tenured faculty members, several lecturers and research professors, 250 undergraduate students, and 90 graduate students. Our Department has a vibrant research program ($12 million expenditures in 2023), with key projects being led by the Center for Water and the Environment, including the Southwest Environmental Finance Center. UNM has created strategic teams and made significant investments to help address the needs of communities facing climate-related issues, water scarcity, and increased high-quality water demands. Significant contributors to these efforts include faculty and students across campus collaborating within the Accelerating Resilience Innovations in Drylands (ARID) Institute and with nearby national research laboratories, and state and federal agencies.We welcome applications from innovative and collaborative colleagues with research and teaching interests in
hydrology
and
water resources engineering . Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to
the coupling of hydrologic processes with human and natural systems, hydrologic responses to changes in human and natural systems, hydrologic-based solutions to provide clean water for people and ecosystems, and water interactions with material and living components of natural and built environments . The semiarid climate of New Mexico offers unique opportunities for creative, multi-scale research projects exploring the discovery, development, validation, and adoption of transformative solutions to tackle problems associated with water resources in xeric, mesic, and even hydric environments. We welcome applications from candidates conducting observational, experimental, theoretical, or modeling work, and encourage them to describe how their work can strengthen our Department, and vice versa.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:To qualify, candidates must have a Ph.D. in civil engineering, hydrology, water resources engineering or science, or a closely related field by August 2025.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to develop an externally funded research program in the focus areas described above that complements existing Department strengths and leads to collaboration inside and outside the Department.Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and ability to teach core and advanced courses in hydrology and water resources engineering.A demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, and working with diverse communities.Commitment to student success inside and outside the classroom.Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of (1) a cover letter that explicitly identifies the candidate’s area of expertise (two-page maximum), (2) a curriculum vitae that includes the names and email addresses of three professional references, (3) a description of the candidate’s research interests and vision (two-page maximum), (4) a description of the candidate’s teaching philosophy and interests (two-page maximum), (5) a statement of the candidate’s commitment to holistic success incorporating principles of diversity, equity, inclusion (two-page maximum). Applicants will be evaluated on these preferred qualifications: (1) their ability to develop an externally funded research program in the focus area described above that complements existing Department strengths and leads to collaboration inside and outside the Department; (2) their commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and ability to teach core and advanced courses in hydrology and water resources engineering; (3) their commitment to student success inside and outside the classroom.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 12/1/2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Requesting an Accommodation
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and University of New Mexico policy, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the University of New Mexico, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact Human Resources for assistance with the application process.
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The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.Position Summary
The Gerald May Department of Civil, Construction & Environmental Engineering (CCEE) at the University of New Mexico (UNM) invites applications for a
tenure-track Assistant Professor
faculty position to join our Department in Fall 2025.We are seeking to recruit a colleague interested in contributing to the research, teaching, and outreach missions of the CCEE Department, which currently has 17 tenure-track and tenured faculty members, several lecturers and research professors, 250 undergraduate students, and 90 graduate students. Our Department has a vibrant research program ($12 million expenditures in 2023), with key projects being led by the Center for Water and the Environment, including the Southwest Environmental Finance Center. UNM has created strategic teams and made significant investments to help address the needs of communities facing climate-related issues, water scarcity, and increased high-quality water demands. Significant contributors to these efforts include faculty and students across campus collaborating within the Accelerating Resilience Innovations in Drylands (ARID) Institute and with nearby national research laboratories, and state and federal agencies.We welcome applications from innovative and collaborative colleagues with research and teaching interests in
hydrology
and
water resources engineering . Key areas of interest include, but are not limited to
the coupling of hydrologic processes with human and natural systems, hydrologic responses to changes in human and natural systems, hydrologic-based solutions to provide clean water for people and ecosystems, and water interactions with material and living components of natural and built environments . The semiarid climate of New Mexico offers unique opportunities for creative, multi-scale research projects exploring the discovery, development, validation, and adoption of transformative solutions to tackle problems associated with water resources in xeric, mesic, and even hydric environments. We welcome applications from candidates conducting observational, experimental, theoretical, or modeling work, and encourage them to describe how their work can strengthen our Department, and vice versa.Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:To qualify, candidates must have a Ph.D. in civil engineering, hydrology, water resources engineering or science, or a closely related field by August 2025.Preferred Qualifications:Ability to develop an externally funded research program in the focus areas described above that complements existing Department strengths and leads to collaboration inside and outside the Department.Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and ability to teach core and advanced courses in hydrology and water resources engineering.A demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, and working with diverse communities.Commitment to student success inside and outside the classroom.Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application consists of (1) a cover letter that explicitly identifies the candidate’s area of expertise (two-page maximum), (2) a curriculum vitae that includes the names and email addresses of three professional references, (3) a description of the candidate’s research interests and vision (two-page maximum), (4) a description of the candidate’s teaching philosophy and interests (two-page maximum), (5) a statement of the candidate’s commitment to holistic success incorporating principles of diversity, equity, inclusion (two-page maximum). Applicants will be evaluated on these preferred qualifications: (1) their ability to develop an externally funded research program in the focus area described above that complements existing Department strengths and leads to collaboration inside and outside the Department; (2) their commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and ability to teach core and advanced courses in hydrology and water resources engineering; (3) their commitment to student success inside and outside the classroom.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 12/1/2024. This position will remain open until filled.The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.Requesting an Accommodation
Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and University of New Mexico policy, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with the University of New Mexico, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact Human Resources for assistance with the application process.
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