Assistant Professor in Construction Materials

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Position Description:

The Department of Civil Engineering at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Construction Materials, preferably at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The Department has established research activities in environmental, structural, geotechnical, transportation, and water resources engineering, and maintains strong interdisciplinary links across the Faculty of Engineering.

The Department is committed to excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and values service contributions to the University, the engineering profession, and society at large.

Preferred qualifications include a demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment that supports a diverse population and a broad range of perspectives. Given the diversity of our student body in terms of academic background, culture, and lived experience, candidates are invited to describe in their application how they will effectively teach, supervise, and mentor students within this context.

Membership or eligibility for membership in a Canadian professional engineering association is required.

Job Duties:
The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission of the University through excellence in research, teaching, and service. Responsibilities include developing an externally funded research program, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in civil engineering, supervising graduate students, and contributing to departmental, faculty, and professional service activities.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline, with a first degree in Civil Engineering. Evidence of outstanding research achievements or strong research potential is essential.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated research and teaching expertise in the broad area of construction materials. Areas of specialization may include, but are not limited to:

• Cementitious materials, concrete science, and advanced concrete technologies

• Sustainable, low-carbon, and alternative construction materials

• Durability, degradation, and life-cycle performance of civil engineering materials

• Materials for transportation and infrastructure systems, including pavements and bridges

• Characterization and modeling of construction materials at multiple scales

• Recycling, reuse, and circular economy approaches in construction materials

• Smart, multifunctional, and resilient construction materials

• Materials performance under extreme environmental, mechanical, or climatic conditions.

Expertise in experimental methods is expected, and experience with analytical, numerical, or data-driven approaches is considered an asset.

Faculty/Department/Unit:

Faculty of Engineering

Department of Civil Engineering

Job Type:
Tenure-track

Rank:
Assistant Professor

Salary:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Expected Start Date:

August 1, 2026

Posting Period:
Applications will be accepted until March 31, 2026 or until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Professor Mohamed Meguid (Email: [email protected])

Required Documents:

Interested candidates should submit applications online at the designated posting link for the position of Assistant Professor - Construction Materials, which must include:

- A cover letter and curriculum vitae;

- Statements of teaching philosophy and research interests;

- Names and contact information of three referees, and

- Copies of up to three recent publications.

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, [email protected].

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.