Commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University (MSU) is composed of eight academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly, supportive faculty and campus environment. Currently, the University hosts an enrollment of over 14,000 students, including approximately 1,900 graduate students. MSU is classified as one of 108 U.S. Research Universities (very high research activity) by the Carnegie Foundation.

MSU is located in Bozeman, Montana, an extended community of about 70,000 nestled in the Rocky Mountains in Southwest Montana. In addition to providing access to an extraordinary ecosystem for teaching and research programs, Bozeman is renowned for year-round recreational and cultural opportunities to include access to world class ski areas, multiple blue ribbon trout streams and the Gallatin National Forest. The local airport is served by seven national airlines with over twenty flights a day to nine cities.

Named an All American City, Bozeman boasts high-quality medical facilities, a very low crime rate, many fine restaurants, acclaimed public and private schools, a symphony orchestra and choir, an annual opera, and nationally known events such as the Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts held in early August of each year. Powder Magazine identified Bozeman, with "three distinctly different" major ski resorts within an hour's drive, as the number one place to live and ski in its November 2010 Magazine. Bizjournals.com ranked Bozeman #2 on the list of American Dreamtowns - small towns that offer the best quality of life without metropolitan hassles. The K-12 educational system, growing reputation of Montana State University, and pristine natural environment of the area combine to make Bozeman one of America's most desirable university towns. Bozeman is located in the beautiful Gallatin Valley, 90 miles north of Yellowstone National Park.

The Department of Civil Engineering (CE) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Structural Engineering at the level of Assistant Professor. The CE Department offers ABET accredited BS degrees in Civil Engineering (including a Bio-Resources Option) and Construction Engineering Technology, and MS degrees in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Approximately 600 undergraduate and 40 graduate students are enrolled in these programs supported by over 20 full time faculty. The College of Engineering offers a PhD degree in Engineering with Civil Engineering and Applied Mechanics options.

The CE Department has a rich history of interdisciplinary research, with an emphasis on environmental and transportation engineering, and snow and ice mechanics. The Department served as incubator for, and now has several faculty affiliated with both the Center for Biofilm Engineering and the Western Transportation Institute within the College of Engineering. The Department also houses the SubZero Science & Engineering Research Facility, consisting of extensive laboratory facilities for large scale research in cold environments (including 120 ft2 cold room with a strong floor). Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates who are able to contribute to any of these programs and/or build on the current strengths of the department.

The faculty position to be filled is a full-time tenure track appointment with primary responsibilities in teaching, research and service/outreach. The successful candidate will become an integral part of the CE program, with duties to include teaching a full-range of undergraduate and graduate courses in structural engineering and engineering mechanics; working on program/curriculum development; developing a nationally recognized research program with extramural funding; and participating in professional/service activities. Montana State University and the College of Engineering value diverse perspectives and are committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment.

• Contribute to CE undergraduate and graduate instruction, mentoring, and advising;
• Development of a nationally recognized, externally funded research program;
• Production of scholarly works; and
• Participation in professional/service/outreach activities.

• have a broad understanding of the fields of structural engineering and engineering mechanics;
• have excellent written and oral communication skills;
• possess the ability to inspire and mentor students;
• have the ability to establish a structural engineering related research program; and
• possess effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students.

Screening of applications will begin on March 29, 2013 and will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

To apply, submit the following:

• (1) a letter of application addressing all of the above required and preferred qualifications, as well as teaching and research interests/philosophies and
• (2) a current curriculum vitae, and
• (3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three current professional references.

  An application packet addressing all the above requirements and qualification as listed is highly encouraged. Missing materials and information may not be requested and may result in your application not being considered for the position.

  Electronic submissions in PDF format are preferred, and must have the applicant's signature on the letter of application. For electronic submittals, please indicate "Applicant - Search #13-189" in the subject line of the email.

  • Submit materials to:

  • Annaliesa Fry
  • Search Committee Coordinator
  • Department of Civil Engineering
  • Montana State University
  • PO Box 173900
  • Bozeman MT 59717-3900
  • (406)994-2111
  • annaliesa.fry@ce.montana.edu

    In order to receive Veterans Preference during the application review process, it is highly recommended that the required forms are included at the time you submit your application materials. Click here for the forms and information regarding Veterans Preference. Important note: Your preference form is submitted to a different location than your application materials. A DD214 is not a required document.