Assistant​/Associate Professor of Civil Engineering; Tenure-Track

George Fox University announces a tenure-track faculty position in civil engineering, to begin in August 2025. We seek applicants with the ability to teach in a broad range of undergraduate civil engineering courses, giving priority to candidates with expertise in one or more of the following specializations: geotechnical, construction and/or transportation engineering. In addition, the successful candidate will be expected to engage in appropriate professional and scholarly activities, supervise internships, advise students, perform undergraduate research, and carry out other faculty responsibilities.

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God s truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God s design for human communities.

• Teaching a broad range of undergraduate courses within the curriculum of the Department of Mechanical, Civil and Biomedical Engineering in areas such as geotechnical engineering, transportation engineering, construction management, surveying, AutoCAD/Civil3D and engineering economics.
• Developing and sustaining an ongoing program of relevant scholarship.
• Participating in the work of the department and the university, including advising and serving on university committees as needed.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Ph.D. in a relevant field required.
• Applicants who are ABD in a Ph.D program will be considered.
• Ability to demonstrate excellence in teaching.
• A record of relevant scholarship.
• A commitment to the University s Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

• Previous teaching, research and industrial experience.
• A P.E. license.

• Appointment at the Assistant Professor level is anticipated, though candidates with significant teaching experience at previous institutions may be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate Professor. Salary and benefits are competitive with comparable institutions.

• Primary
  
  Work Location:
  
  Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions:
  
  Physical requirements are similar to those of teaching environments.
• Supervisor:
  Dean, College of Engineering

• Kindly apply through the Careers at George Fox University webpage.
• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Integration of Faith and Learning Essay
    • George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following:
      In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries).
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.

• Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact George Foxcareers

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply iew of applications will continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Please note:

This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.

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