Columbia University
Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics
Faculty Position in Civil Engineering
Construction and Management
The Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level in the area of Construction Engineering and Management. Successful candidates are expected to develop an externally funded research program, to contribute to the undergraduate and graduate teaching mission of the Department and to fully participate in professional service activities. Candidates should possess a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering and Management or a closely related field. The preferred starting date is July 1, 2007, but this date is negotiable.

The Department is interested in applicants with background in construction engineering and management. Candidates should be interested in quantitative research in broad areas that may include, but will not be limited to: transportation systems, decision methodologies, risk management, and project planning and controls. Multidisciplinary research collaborations with other research-related departments at Columbia University will also be expected of the successful candidate. 

The Department's location in the heart of New York City provides a unique environment for construction education and research. Many strong ties with the construction industry already exist and offer opportunities for interaction between faculty and practitioners. In addition, many of the construction management program's students are working professionals, who enrich the learning environment. 

Applicants should submit a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests and the names and addresses of three references to: 

Professor Hoe Ling
Search Committee Chair
Department of Civil Engineering and Engineering Mechanics
Columbia University
61 0 SW Mudd, MC 4709
500 W. 120th Street
New York, NY 10027
Phone: 212-854-3143
Fax: 212-854-6267
E-mail: [email protected] 

The search will remain open until the position is filled, but to be assured full consideration, applications should be received by May 15, 2007. Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.