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Assistant Professor: Structural Engineering
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Position Number: 6023998
Location: San Diego, CA
Position Type: Engineering - Civil and Environmental

Assistant Professor: Structural Engineering
Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering

Location: San Diego, CA
Open Date: Nov 07, 2019

Description
The Civil Engineering Program in the Department of Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering at San Diego State University (SDSU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the area of Structural Engineering (SE). Applicants should have a demonstrated record of excellence and/or show exceptional promise for high-quality research, teaching, and professional development that could contribute to one or more of the following areas: (a) seismic analysis and design, (b) bridge and building structures, (c) advanced nonlinear structural analysis, (d) advanced structural/sustainable materials, (e) experimental techniques with prediction and post-test analyses.

Applicants must hold a B.S. in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline, and a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering, or closely related discipline, by the date of hire. Applicants should be active researchers who will develop and maintain an extramurally supported research program, publish and disseminate research findings, and serve as leaders at the forefront of their field. The candidate is expected to instruct and mentor undergraduate and graduate students in the classroom and in research. Pursuing professional registration is expected.

A well-equipped structural engineering laboratory is available for use, including a unique earthquake shaking table that is capable of large displacements and accelerations, and a unique testing machine that can apply over one million pounds of force in a controlled and stable manner in displacement control. National and international design codes for buildings and ships have been modified directly based on structural tests (and related analysis) from both of these unique machines, which were designed and built in-house by SDSU faculty, engineers, technicians and students. A structural materials testing lab is also available for use.

The Civil, Construction and Environmental Engineering department is one of the four departments in the College of Engineering at SDSU with EAC, ABET-accredited B.S. degree programs, as well as M.S. and Ph.D. programs (the latter is offered in conjunction with the University of California, San Diego through the Joint Doctoral Program).

Founded in 1897, San Diego State University is a public institution of higher education located in southern California. With a total student population of about 35,000, SDSU is the oldest and largest university in San Diego and the third largest in the state. SDSU continues to gain recognition as a leader in higher education. It is currently ranked No. 68 among public universities and is in the top 35 nationwide for ethnic diversity, according to U.S. News and World Report. SDSU is the flagship of all the universities that makeup the California State University System, with more research (in terms of funding) conducted at SDSU than all of the other state schools combined.

SDSU is a large, diverse, urban university with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusive excellence, which embraces the teacher-scholar model. Our campus community is diverse in many ways, including race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, pregnancy, medical condition, and covered veteran status. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming environment for all.

Qualifications

Application Instructions
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Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 15, 2020. Applicants must apply by submitting a one-page cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests and philosophy (not to exceed one page), a statement of teaching interests and philosophy (not to exceed one page), and names and contact information of five individuals who can provide a professional assessment of the applicant's suitability for this position. References will only be contacted for the sub-set of applicants selected for interviews.

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Requests for additional information should be directed to: Dr. Robert Dowell, Associate Professor, Civil Engineering Program, Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering, San Diego State University, 5500 Campanile Drive, Mail Code 1324, San Diego, CA, 92182-1324; Tel. 619-808-9099; rdowell@sdsu.edu.

The person holding this position is considered a "mandated reporter" under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.

SDSU Values

At SDSU, our diversity gives us power and benefits every single member of our community. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU provides equal opportunity for all in education and employment. We encourage all members of our community to purposefully learn from one another through open and respectful dialogue and responsible engagement. We strongly preserve the right to free expression and encourage difficult conversations that help lead to improved individual and community learning and cohesion.

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

All university programs and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, San Diego State University (SDSU) provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every student and employee has access to the resources and support they need to thrive and succeed in a university environment and in their communities. SDSU complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California's Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU's Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

SDSU is a diverse community of individuals who represent many perspectives, beliefs and identities, committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and intellectually vibrant environment. We cultivate a culture of open dialogue, mutual respect, and belonging to support educational excellence and student success. Through academic programs, student organizations and activities, faculty initiatives, and community partnerships, we encourage meaningful engagement with diverse perspectives. As a higher education institution, we are dedicated to advancing knowledge and empowering individuals to reach their full potential by prioritizing inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs. At SDSU, excellence is built on merit, talent, diversity, accessibility, and equal opportunity for all.