Assistant or Associate Professor- Civil Engineering (Transportation)
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Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department currently has 28 faculty, and offers ABET accredited B.S. degrees in both Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering, as well as graduate programs through the PhD. Our teaching loads allow faculty time to maintain quality research and teaching programs and to interact with local industry and government agencies. The department currently serves approximately 400 undergraduates and 120 graduate students. Further information about the department is available at . Portland State University is located in downtown Portland, Oregon. Portland is a major cultural and industrial center in the Pacific North West. The University is approximately one hour from magnificent beaches and year-round skiing.
## Position Summary
FACULTY POSITION IN TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Portland State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate level (depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience) in the transportation area beginning September 2015. The position requires an earned doctorate in civil engineering, demonstrated ability and commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, and professional development and service. The successful candidate will teach required and elective courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, develop new graduate courses in the candidates core research area, cultivate and sustain a sponsored research program, and engage in professional service activities.
Portland State University has an internal focus area and a national reputation of excellence in the area of sustainable transportation. We seek applicants with a thorough knowledge of transportation engineering and the motivation and expertise to pursue novel research topics in theme areas that strengthen and complement existing transportation labs and the research portfolio of the Department and University. We are seeking individuals with interest in one or more of the following areas:
traffic and ITS, connected vehicles;
multimodal performance measures and integrated performance management;
use and management of large and multimodal data sources;
systems modeling and simulation;
network design and optimization;
transit design, operations and management; and,
transportation safety for all road users.
The CEE Department currently generates research expenditures of $3.1 million annually and supports a robust MS and PhD program. PSU is home to the National Institute for Transportation and Communities (NITC), one of five federally funded national-level university transportation centers. We also house a long-running research-quality multimodal transportation data archive (Portal). Applicants who seek an engaged culture will find the strong collaborative nature of our partner transportation agencies - who are willing and interested in partners in the research, teaching, and service mission of the University - appealing.
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
## Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $70,000-$85,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependant at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Proposed Start Date: 09/16/2015
Rank: C - Assistant Professor
Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor- Civil Engineering (Transportation)
Representation: AU - AAUP (PSU only)
Renewable: Renewable
Position FTE: 1
Term of Service: 9 month - Academic Year (mid-September to mid-June)
Tenure Status: I - Indefinite Tenure
Primary Activity: I - Instructional
Minimum
Qualifications: Doctorate or equivalent
Annual Salary: $70,000-85,000
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?: No
Background Check Required: No
Projected Close Date for Posting: Open Until Filled
Accept References: Yes
Minimum Number of References: 3Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Civil and Environmental Engineering Department currently has 28 faculty, and offers ABET accredited B.S. degrees in both Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering, as well as graduate programs through the PhD. Our teaching loads allow faculty time to maintain quality research and teaching programs and to interact with local industry and government agencies. The department currently serves approximately 400 undergraduates and 120 graduate students. Further information about the department is available at . Portland State University is located in downtown Portland, Oregon. Portland is a major cultural and industrial center in the Pacific North West. The University is approximately one hour from magnificent beaches and year-round skiing.
## Position Summary
FACULTY POSITION IN TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Portland State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor or Associate level (depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience) in the transportation area beginning September 2015. The position requires an earned doctorate in civil engineering, demonstrated ability and commitment to excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, and professional development and service. The successful candidate will teach required and elective courses at the undergraduate and graduate level, develop new graduate courses in the candidates core research area, cultivate and sustain a sponsored research program, and engage in professional service activities.
Portland State University has an internal focus area and a national reputation of excellence in the area of sustainable transportation. We seek applicants with a thorough knowledge of transportation engineering and the motivation and expertise to pursue novel research topics in theme areas that strengthen and complement existing transportation labs and the research portfolio of the Department and University. We are seeking individuals with interest in one or more of the following areas:
traffic and ITS, connected vehicles;
multimodal performance measures and integrated performance management;
use and management of large and multimodal data sources;
systems modeling and simulation;
network design and optimization;
transit design, operations and management; and,
transportation safety for all road users.
The CEE Department currently generates research expenditures of $3.1 million annually and supports a robust MS and PhD program. PSU is home to the National Institute for Transportation and Communities (NITC), one of five federally funded national-level university transportation centers. We also house a long-running research-quality multimodal transportation data archive (Portal). Applicants who seek an engaged culture will find the strong collaborative nature of our partner transportation agencies - who are willing and interested in partners in the research, teaching, and service mission of the University - appealing.
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
## Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $70,000-$85,000 dependent upon qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependant at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Proposed Start Date: 09/16/2015
Rank: C - Assistant Professor
Working Title: Assistant or Associate Professor- Civil Engineering (Transportation)
Representation: AU - AAUP (PSU only)
Renewable: Renewable
Position FTE: 1
Term of Service: 9 month - Academic Year (mid-September to mid-June)
Tenure Status: I - Indefinite Tenure
Primary Activity: I - Instructional
Minimum
Qualifications: Doctorate or equivalent
Annual Salary: $70,000-85,000
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?: No
Background Check Required: No
Projected Close Date for Posting: Open Until Filled
Accept References: Yes
Minimum Number of References: 3Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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