Visiting Professor, Civil and Environmental Engineering

Salary: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually
Location : Manhattan University, Riverdale NY
Job Type: Faculty Full-Time
Department: Civil & Environmental Engineering
Opening Date: 12/09/2025

About the University:

Manhattan University is nestled in the historic neighborhood or , close to dozens of restaurants and shops as well as , and is only 35 minutes from midtown Manhattan. Manhattan University is nationally ranked and offers degree programs in the arts, business, education, engineering, and science. The University has approximately 3,000 full and part-time undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in over 50 fields of study. It is committed to excellence in teaching a diverse student body and preparing students for successful careers and fulfilling lives. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees and faculty members can thrive personally and professionally.
Position Description
Anticipated Start Date: August 24, 2026 (pending budget approval for 2026-2027 fiscal year)

Position Summary:

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Manhattan University seeks applicants for a Visiting Professor faculty position beginning Fall 2026. We seek candidates with expertise in Environmental Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or Structural Engineering. Applicants in other areas of civil engineering with exceptional qualifications may also be considered. This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities:

Successful Candidates will:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate (M.S) courses in civil and/or environmental engineering.
• Develop and maintain course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, assignments, and examinations.
• Hold regular office hours to provide academic support and mentorship to students
• Advise undergraduate students on course planning, academic progress, and career pathways.
• Participate in departmental and University service, including curriculum development, student outreach, and community engagement.
• Teach a standard load of 24 credits per academic year.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements
Qualifications:

• A Ph.D. in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related field is required.
• Candidates with a master's degree and relevant work experience can also be considered for a visiting lecturer position.
• Evidence of effective teaching or potential for effective excellence.
• Demonstrated expertise in specialty areas within Environmental, Transportation, or Structural Engineering.
• Ability to teach core undergraduate civil and/or environmental engineering courses and upper-level undergraduate and graduate (M.S.) courses in the candidate's area of specialization.
• Professional engineering licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure is desirable.

Supplemental Information
Research Facilities:

Environmental Engineering

Candidates with expertise within all areas of Environmental Engineering are encouraged to apply, especially those with a background in environmental process engineering, water quality assessment, and/or environmental modeling. Opportunities to work with program faculty and students on research are available within our newly renovated Environmental Engineering Research Laboratories.

Transportation Engineering

Candidates with expertise within all areas of Transportation Engineering are encouraged to apply, especially those with a background in pavements, traffic operations, urban transportation planning, safety and ITS, multimodal systems, or AI/ML applications to transportation data analysis. Opportunities to work with program faculty and students on research are available within our Pavement Material Lab and Computing Labs. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development of the new Transportation and Mobility Lab.

Structural Engineering

Candidates with expertise within all areas of Structural Engineering are encouraged to apply. Opportunities to work with program faculty and students on research are available within our Solids and Materials Labs. The successful candidate will also contribute to the development of the new Structural Engineering Lab.

Application Process:

Completed applications must include:

• A letter of interest describing professional goals and teaching interests
• Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts
• A detailed curriculum vitae
• Names and contact information for three references
• All materials must be submitted as a single PDF document.
• Review of applications will begin on February 1, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Manhattan University is an employer.

Founded in 1853, Manhattan University is an independent Catholic Lasallian institution located in Riverdale, NY that embraces students of all faiths, cultures, and traditions. The mission of the University is to provide a dynamic student-centered educational experience that prepares graduates for lives of personal development, professional success, civic engagement, and service to their fellow human beings. We expect our faculty, administration, and staff to be knowledgeable about our mission and to make a positive contribution to the mission.

Manhattan University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, partnership status, pregnancy, caregiver status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity or expression, arrest or conviction record, criminal history, credit history, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, unemployment status and salary history. Manhattan University values and celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an inclusive environment for all employees. All interested, qualified persons are encouraged to apply.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 20 hours per week over the course of a year, receive certain benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
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