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One open position posted October 3, 2025. Scroll past job description for departmental description and information.  

Faculty position in Modeling in Environmental Systems

The Department of Civil, Environmental and Geo- Engineering at the University of Minnesota is seeking applications for a faculty position in the broad area of Modeling in Environmental Systems. The position is primarily intended for applicants at the Assistant Professor level; however, more experienced, exceptional applicants can be considered. 

All areas related to systems modeling, decision support, stochastic methods, and computational modeling with applications to environmental or water resources engineering will be considered, including life cycle assessment and technoeconomic analysis, system optimization, computational fluid dynamics in geophysical flows, artificial intelligence and machine learning approaches. Emphasis will be placed on the quality, creativity, and intellectual distinction of the candidates’ research and scholarship. We are interested in scholars with strong core fundamentals in science and engineering that allow them to move easily across disciplinary boundaries and work collaboratively to solve complex problems at the frontier of their disciplines. Successful candidates will be expected to maintain a strong externally funded research program. 

Teaching responsibilities include existing undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as development of new courses in the candidate’s specialty areas. An earned doctorate is required at the time of the appointment. Candidates seeking the rank of Associate Professor must have a strong record of success in teaching, research, and service commensurate with the appointment level. 

Applications must be submitted online.  Include a letter of intent, Curriculum Vitae, complete contact information for three references, and statements on (i) research experience and interests, (iii) teaching experience and interests, (iv) experience fostering diversity and inclusion in the classroom and research. The review of applications will begin on January 2, 2026. Applications may continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Expected appointment is Fall 2026. 

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering (CEGE) at the University of Minnesota is a mid-sized department dedicated to conducting cutting-edge theoretical, computational and experimental research in all areas related to Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering, with noted excellence in the areas of water resources and environmental engineering. The department features state-of-the-art experimental facilities, including multiple excellent core facilities (imaging, genomics, research computing, etc.) and the Saint Anthony Falls Laboratory, a unique and globally recognized facility for pioneering research in experimental and computational fluid mechanics, hydrology, geophysics and (micro)biology. CEGE is one of twelve departments within the College of Science and Engineering, which offers outstanding opportunities for interdisciplinary research due to the unique combination of mathematics, physical sciences, and engineering in one college. The college has a strong Data Science Initiative and provides state of the art computational facilities through the Minnesota Supercomputing Institute. The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer fully committed to a culturally and academically diverse faculty. Candidates who will further expand the diversity of the academic community through research, teaching, and service are particularly encouraged to apply. For any information, please contact Dr. Michele Guala ([email protected]), head of the search committee.

About the Department

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"Many of our faculty are leaders in their research areas, with the rest well on their way. I am so proud of the work they do and their commitment to our students."
— Paige Novak
Department Head and Joseph T. and Rose S. Ling Chair in Environmental Engineering

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering (CEGE) at the University of Minnesota (UMN) is known for its pioneering work in analytical, computational, and experimental methods. We practice research excellence grounded in rigorous fundamentals for wide-ranging applications. Our research is interdisciplinary, covers a broad spectrum of areas, and emphasizes science and fundamentals. Our vision, inspired and innovative engineering for society, is directly related to our contributions stemming from basic research.

In many ways, civil engineers, environmental engineers, and geoengineers have provided the bedrock on which our modern society has flourished. Challenges, such as unprecedented consumption of resources, increased urbanization, and water scarcity, demand innovative solutions to support human well-being and provide for a resilient planet. Our mission in CEGE is to learn concepts and methods, discover solutions and processes, and transform the world by addressing critical challenges in designing and protecting the infrastructure, environment, water and earth resources.

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering is located in the heart of a lively campus within a dynamic urban area that offers a multitude of opportunities for engineers and engineering students.

Graduate programs ranked in the top 20 by U.S. News (2023):
   - Environmental Engineering ranked 9 overall and 7 among public universities.
   - Civil Engineering ranked 19 overall and ranked 11 among public universities.

The department boasts significant contributions through research. View a flipbook of CEGE Research and Contributions highlights.