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Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty in Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics within the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering

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Position Number: 6577879
Location: Boulder, CO
Position Type: Engineering - Civil and Environmental

Tenured/Tenure Track Faculty in Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics within the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering

Requisition Number: 67334
Location: Boulder Colorado
Employment Type: Faculty
Schedule: Full Time
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Job Summary

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering (CEAE) at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is seeking applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics (GEGM). This position is anticipated to be hired at the Assistant Professor rank; however, qualified candidates may be considered at the Associate Professor or Professor rank.

Candidates with an interest in addressing current research challenges in geotechnical engineering and geomechanics through comprehensive approaches-such as experimental (laboratory and field), theoretical, computational, and/or data-driven methods-are invited to apply. All research areas and methodologies within geotechnical engineering and geomechanics are considered. These may include but are not limited to resilient geotechnical infrastructure, geological engineering and rock mechanics, and geotechnics and geomechanics for sustainable energy production. Applicants who meet these criteria are encouraged to submit their applications.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are

CU Boulder is Colorado's flagship public institution, focusing on excellence in research and education. The College of Engineering and Applied Science is the second largest school or college on the CU Boulder campus and boasts top-tier researchers, facilities, as well as graduate and undergraduate engineering programs. Equally importantly, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and academically excellent community of faculty, staff, and students. Our approximately 250 tenure-track, 120 instructional-track, and 30 research-track faculty serve more than 6,000 undergraduate students, 1,300 master's students, and 850 PhD students in engineering. Our college has three core foci: (i) Research & Innovation, (ii) Education, and (iii) Inclusion. We believe that our college's success requires faculty who actively work to create an inclusive culture within the college and are committed to the campus plan of creating and sustaining supportive campus environments.

To learn more about the College of Engineering and Applied Science please visit our website.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering's mission is the education of undergraduate and graduate students to become leaders in the professional practice of engineering, contributing to technological advances that benefit humankind while enhancing Earth's physical and biological resources. The education and research efforts of the department address planning, design, construction, and management of the built environment as well as in the interaction between the built and natural environment. The Department has 41 tenured and tenure-track faculty, 10 teaching faculty, and 5 research professors across six engineering specialty areas and four interdisciplinary areas. The Department is home to 400 undergraduate and 155 graduate students.

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering is committed to creating a community in which every individual matters and all can thrive. We embrace inclusive excellence as a guiding principle, actively fostering a culture of belonging, equity, and respect. Through intentional practices and shared responsibility, we celebrate the diversity of our students, faculty, and staff, and work collaboratively to ensure that all members of our community have the opportunity to succeed and contribute fully.

To learn more about the Department, please visit our website.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

Successful candidates will be expected to engage in undergraduate and graduate teaching and mentoring; develop an externally funded research program in their technical area; contribute professional leadership and service to their unit, the college, and their professional community; and cultivate and contribute to the inclusive excellence of our academic community.
The typical distribution of work for this role is 40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work (research), and 20% leadership and service.
We seek faculty whose research, teaching, and service will expand the capability, reliability, and applicability of geotechnical engineering and geomechanics to address state, national, and global challenges in a just, equitable, and sustainable way.

What You Should Know

The anticipated start date for this position is Fall 2026, however a later start date may be negotiated.
The Department of Civil, Environmental and Architectural Engineering's strategic vision focuses on engaging in collaborative and innovative research to create sustainable climate-resilient infrastructure that benefits humankind while enhancing Earth's physical and biological resources. We seek to be an incubator of entrepreneurship and community engagement in our research, with the goal of improving technologies, processes, policies, and practices that support thriving communities and environments. New faculty will join a department with a wide range of expertise addressing sustainable climate-resilient infrastructure, including expertise in building systems, environmental engineering, construction engineering and management, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, and hydrology and water resources, generating collaborative efforts to address pressing challenges.
The Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics faculty at CU Boulder regularly collaborate with researchers across the department, college, and campus. There are multiple Centers and Institutes with unique facilities, resources, and expertise relevant to Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics research and education. Some examples include:

Center for Infrastructure, Energy, and Space Testing, with three centrifuges used for instruction and research
Geological Sciences Research Facilities
Research Computing
Cooperative Institute for Research in Environmental Sciences (CIRES)
Institute of Arctic and Alpine Research (INSTAAR)
Natural Hazards Center
Institute of Behavioral Sciences

A list of other core facilities and shared resources across the CU Boulder campus can be found here.
We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourage faculty to apply who will enrich our environment and further our strategic priorities. As part of the University of Colorado Boulder's deep commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, the campus has implemented a reference check program with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically, conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination - before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.

What We Can Offer

The anticipated academic year salary range for this position at the Assistant Professor rank is $110,000 - $125,000. Qualified candidates will be considered for Associate Professor or Professor rank. The salary range is $110,000 - $185,000, depending on rank.
A relocation stipend may be available within CEAS guidelines.
Tenure-track faculty benefits include eligibility for gender-neutral paid parental leave; housing down-payment assistance programs; a relocation and dual career assistance program; and teaching, research, and professional development.

Benefits

The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

Applicants must have earned a research doctorate in Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering and Geomechanics, or a related field, or have their degree conferred before starting a tenure-track faculty appointment.
Candidates being considered for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank must meet University standards and unit criteria for tenure and promotion to the designated rank. These criteria generally include having an established and ongoing program of original research, a strong publication record, a demonstrated ability to obtain external funding, and a record of high-quality teaching and mentoring.

What You Will Need

Candidates should have a strong record of scholarly achievement and demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.

Special Instructions

To apply, please submit the following materials as individual PDF files:

Cover Letter: A one-page cover letter describing your interest in the position and summarizing your personal academic goals.
Resume/CV: A current curriculum vitae.
A Statement of Research Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for research and/or creative work that contributes to the body of knowledge in your field and provides broader benefits to education and society (2-3 pages).
A Statement of Teaching Philosophy: A statement of your experience and plans for teaching and mentoring a diverse student body and developing inclusive pedagogy practices (2-3 pages).
Leadership, Service and Community Contributions Statement: In this statement, describe your leadership and service experience, and demonstrated ability to contribute to a supportive campus community. Please provide details on your track record, calibrated to your career stage, that describe the specific role you played in these efforts. These could include, but are not limited to service on committees, outreach activities to broaden engagement in or with engineering, or serving on advisory boards or task forces contributing to policies or regulations. In addition, describe your plans to contribute to our campus plan to Create Supportive Environments, and the College of Engineering and Applied Science Strategic Vision. (1-2 pages).

During the application process, you will be asked to provide the names and contact information for three references, from whom we will request letters of recommendation later in the search process.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, for full consideration, please apply by November 16, 2025.

Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, applications must be submitted through CU Boulder Jobs. Background checks will be conducted for all final applicants.

In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Tenured-Tenure-Track-Faculty-in-Geotechnical-Engineering-and-Geomechanics-within-the-Department-of-Civil-Environmental-and-Architectural-Engineering/67334