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Teaching Assistant Professor

state of south carolinaColumbia, SC

19 days ago

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Engineering Teachers, PostsecondaryPostsecondary Teachers, All OtherEducation Teachers, Postsecondary

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Teaching Assistant Professor The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of South Carolina in Columbia is seeking qualified applicants for one full-time 11 – month, non-tenure, professional track faculty position at the rank of Teaching Assistant Professor in transportation engineering. Transportation engineering supports the department's focus on intelligent and sustainable infrastructure through the planning, design, operation, and management of transportation systems. We seek candidates whose expertise align with this vision. The position is located in Columbia, South Carolina, with an anticipated start date of August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in the department's undergraduate and graduate programs in transportation engineering. Duties of this position are to (1) teach introductory level and advanced level courses in transportation engineering, which may include introduction to transportation engineering; transportation systems planning; traffic engineering and operations; highway design; transportation systems analysis; and courses focused on multimodal transportation, safety, freight, and transportation data/technology; (2) support transportation-specific laboratories, field experiences, and student engagement with transportation agencies and industries; (3) contribute to and shape the transportation engineering curriculum through the integration of emerging transportation technologies and data-driven methods, development of new and innovative courses, and continuous improvement through assessment of student learning outcomes and contributions to ABET accreditation activities; (4) engage in professional development and teaching-related scholarship; and (5) participate in appropriate department and college level service. The successful candidate may also teach foundational civil and environmental engineering courses according to departmental needs. The University of South Carolina is designated as a "high research activity" university by the Carnegie Foundation. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering supports nationally competitive research and maintains state-of-the-art facilities in structural, geotechnical, water resources, environmental, transportation, and railway engineering. Review of applications will begin in December 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants should apply online with: (1) A cover letter indicating main areas of expertise, (2) A curriculum vitae, (3) A statement of teaching philosophy, and (4) Names and contact information of at least three references. Minimum and Additional Requirements Required Educational Experience Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in civil engineering or a closely related field, have expertise in transportation engineering, and a demonstrated record of, or strong potential for, effective teaching. Relevant areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, traffic operations and safety, transportation systems planning, multimodal mobility, freight transportation, connected and automated vehicles, and resilient transportation infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications: Successful candidates should have (1) professional engineering licensure or progress toward licensure; (2) relevant professional experience in transportation engineering practice, government agencies, consulting, or industry; (3) record of developing engaging, student-centered instruction using active learning, field-based experiences, laboratory activities, simulation tools, and emerging transportation technologies; and (4) strong interpersonal skills with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits: Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Lead

Location

Columbia, SC

Occupation

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Industry

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

Posted

19 days ago

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