Assistant Professor - Structural Engineering and Mechanics
Listed on 2026-01-20
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Academic -
Engineering
Assistant Professor - Structural Engineering and Mechanics
Online applications must be received before 11:59pm on:
February 28, 2026
. If a date is not listed above, review the Applicant Instructions below for more details.
Available Title(s):
270- - Assistant Professor
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Title:
Assistant Professor - Structural Engineering and Mechanics
Employee Type:
Faculty
Position Term:
Full-time, 9‑month academic, tenure‑track
The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Washington State University (WSU) in Pullman, WA is seeking highly motivated candidates for a tenure‑track, full‑time, 9‑month academic, faculty position at the level of Assistant Professor. The department is seeking candidates with expertise in structural engineering and mechanics with the ability to develop strong research programs that utilize the state‑of‑the‑art experimental testing facilities of the Composite Materials & Engineering Center (CMEC).
It is anticipated that the successful candidate will begin the appointment on August 16th, 2026
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- Demonstrate high‑quality research potential and have a commitment to teaching excellence.
- Collaborate in large multidisciplinary projects, especially across disciplines.
- Experience in AI/ML application to structural design (of interest).
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in structural engineering and mechanics, including courses on timber design, steel design, concrete design, or structural dynamics (preferred).
- Contribute to existing research efforts within the department and collaborate with researchers and students within the CMEC.
- Leverage CMEC’s state‑of‑the‑art testing facilities, including an ICC‑accredited structural testing laboratory.
Annual Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 (commensurate with experience and qualifications). In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate's current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position.
Benefits: WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents, retirement, deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.
Required Qualifications- Doctoral degree in Civil Engineering or Architectural Engineering at the start of the appointment.
- Ability to develop an externally funded research program leading to national recognition.
- Teach courses pertaining to structural engineering and contribute to professional and departmental service.
- Excellent communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to collaborate with a variety of internal and external groups.
- Strong records of scholarship, teaching, and professional service.
- Demonstrated background in structural mechanics and materials testing.
- Interest in working with other researchers, particularly in the area of hybrid or modular structures.
- Possession of a Professional Engineering (PE) license or ability to attain within five years of starting the appointment.
May be eligible for work visa sponsorship.
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