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Professor of the Practice in Transportation Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Cornell University
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United States, New York, Ithaca
337 Pine Tree Road (Show on map)
Nov 02, 2024
Professor of the Practice in Transportation Engineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Cornell University invites applications for a non-tenured track position as the Mark G. Fornasiero '89 Professor of Practice in Transportation Engineering. The School of CEE has recently undergone a significant faculty refresh with several hires under the theme of smart cities. This position is intended for professionals with rich industry and/or government lab experience in this rapidly evolving space with the goal of strengthening curricular offerings and collaborative research programs, with a focus on emerging topics such as:

  • Transportation and energy systems integration
  • Urban logistics, including same day delivery
  • Autonomous vehicles in personal mobility and logistics
  • Multi-modal transportation systems (from micro-mobility to mass-transit)
  • Resilient infrastructure for climate adaptation
  • Equity in transportation
  • Cybersecurity in transportation systems
  • Data-driven transportation planning and policy
  • Decarbonization of the transportation sector

The successful applicant will be expected to:

  • Contribute to the CEE undergraduate and graduate curricula in transportation engineering.
  • Deepen Integration of transportation into smart cities and urban tech educational programs.
  • Provide strong context from industry and or government for student research and teaching.
  • Assist with the development of new courses and student projects in transportation engineering, ensuring alignment with cutting-edge industry practices and emerging trends in technology and sustainability.
  • Design and oversee industry-sponsored collaborations and including capstone projects that integrate real-world challenges, giving students hands-on experience and fostering collaboration between academia and industry.
  • Work closely with faculty across Cornell (including Cornell Tech) to develop interdisciplinary proposals that align with key strategic themes, including smart cities, renewable energy integration, and autonomous systems.

This is a 12-month position that is anticipated to be a five-year renewal position based on performance and the availability of funding. The position may include research activities in addition to teaching and advising, depending on the candidate's interest. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to interact broadly with faculty and students within the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering, the College of Engineering, Cornell Tech, and the Cornell Atkinson Center for a Sustainable Future. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will begin in August 2025.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Candidates must have significant industrial or governmental experience and hold a master's or Ph.D. degree. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Cornell embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Application materials must be submitted on-line at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28656

Applicants should submit a cover letter (that highlights their practical experience, their teaching potential and any particular research interests), curriculum vitae and provide contact information for at least three references. Questions can be directed to cee_search@cornell.edu

The salary range reflects an aggregate of qualifications and disciplines across Cornell University.

Assistant Professor of Practice - $58,300 - 152,000

Associate Professor of Practice - $84,000 - $166,800

Professor of Practice - $100,100 - $237,300

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

Prior relevant work or industry experience.

Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.

Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)

Unique applicable skills.

With our main campus located in Ithaca, NY, Cornell's far-flung global presence includes the medical college's campuses on the Upper East Side of Manhattan and Doha, Qatar, as well as the Cornell Tech campus located on Roosevelt Island in the heart of New York City.

Cornell offers a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of personal life, including: employee wellness, workshops, childcare and adoption assistance, parental leave, flexible work options.

Pay Range:

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Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

  • Prior relevant work or industry experience.
  • Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
  • Academic Discipline
  • Unique applicable skills.

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Employment Assistance:

For general questions about the position or the application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or email mycareer@cornell.edu.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email atequity@cornell.edu.

Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.

Notice to Applicants:

Please read the required Notice to Applicants statement by clicking here. This notice contains important information about applying for a position at Cornell as well as some of your rights and responsibilities as an applicant.

EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University's heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual's genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

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