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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

 

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About UC & Cincinnati

Today, the University of Cincinnati is classified as an R1 Research University (Very High Research Activity) by the Carnegie Commission. The National Science Foundation places UC 31st among America’s public research universities and 49th among all institutions in the nation in research spending. It is ranked among America's top 30 urban, public universities by the US News & World Report. In addition to being named a "green university" by Princeton Review, UC has been named one of the world's most beautiful campuses by Forbes and Delta Sky magazines. Learn more at http://www.uc.edu.

 

The University of Cincinnati strives to provide a supportive environment for all its faculty. For example, it has an active Black Faculty Association, Latino Faculty Association, and LGBTQ Faculty Association. In addition, UC has an institutional membership in the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity and is a member of the National Academies’ Action Collaborative on Preventing Sexual Harassment in Higher Education.

 

The City of Cincinnati has been rated a "Best Place to Live" by US News & World Report and provides both urban and suburban life along with river views and rolling hills. The city offers a wealth of amenities that include professional sports, world-class entertainment, a vibrant arts scene, gorgeous parks and nature trails, acclaimed museums, a famous zoo, a variety of restaurants, and a flourishing riverfront scene. In addition, it offers the features of two cities as the thriving area of northern Kentucky is just across the river. Affordable and family-friendly with excellent public and private schools, it is no wonder multiple Fortune 500 companies call Cincinnati home. Visit http://www.cincinnatiusa.com to learn more.

The College of Engineering & Applied Science

Housing the most extensive mandatory cooperative education program and one of the best in the country (US News and World Report), CEAS has established strategic industry partnerships. One of the 14 colleges at UC, CEAS has 8 departments offering 16 ABET-accredited degree programs. The College offers doctoral degrees in 11 programs, research-focused Master of Science degrees in 12 programs, and workforce-focused Master of Engineering degrees in 17 programs. 

 

Details about the College and the history of its co-op program appear at: http://ceas.uc.edu.

Job Overview

The Department of Civil and Architectural Engineering and Construction Management (CAECM) in the College of Engineering and Applied Science (CEAS) at the University of Cincinnati (UC) invites applications for the position of Department Head. The new Department Head will be expected to provide vision and leadership that will advance the department’s growth, expand the department’s prominence in research and graduate education, and sustain a longstanding commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. The selected candidate must also possess an established ability to foster relationships with industry and an interest in facilitating international partnerships.

 

The CAECM Department is comprised of a unique combination of degree programs encompassing the disciplines necessary to design, construct, and manage the built environment and infrastructure. The CAECM Department consists of 24 full-time faculty and 5 full-time staff, and houses three accredited undergraduate programs with mandatory co-op: Architectural Engineering (202 students), Civil Engineering (374 students), and Construction Management (335 students).  The CAECM Department also houses the Civil Engineering M.Eng., M.S., and Ph.D. graduate programs and the Architectural Engineering M.Eng. program with 83 graduate students. The Department has strong educational and research programs in building systems, construction, geotechnical, pavement, structural, and transportation. More information about the department can be found at https://ceas.uc.edu/caecm. The principal responsibilities of this position are detailed in Article 31.2 of the UC-AAUP collective bargaining agreement which can be found at https://www.uc.edu/about/provost/faculty/aaup.html

Minimum Qualifications

The applicant must have earned a doctorate degree in civil engineering, architectural engineering, construction management, or a closely-related discipline and have demonstrated academic leadership and management skills. Applicants must have a proven record of scholarly publications, funded research, effective teaching, and professional and university service sufficient to qualify for appointment to a tenured position at the Professor rank.

 

Application Process

Create an Applicant Profile at http://jobs.uc.edu and officially apply to requisition #97686. For full consideration, applicants must electronically submit:

 

Cover letter of interest, Curriculum vitae/resume, A statement of teaching experience, A statement of research experience, A statement of vision and leadership for the department, and At least three (3) professional references. References will only be contacted for those candidates who are selected for the short list.

 

Please use the `Additional Documents' option as needed for these documents.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. 

Nominations for other potential applicants may be sent confidentially to Dr. Arthur Helmicki at helmicaj@ucmail.uc.edu.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

 

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

 

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html.

 

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE

 

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu. 

 

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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