Re: a position at Universidad del Norte

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sarah.sun@dot.gov
Re: a position at Universidad del Norte

Dear TMIPS, I would like to call your attention to this call for a position at Universidad del Norte. This is one of the best universities in Colombia and they are intent in forming a very strong group in Transport Engineering - my good friend Victor Cantillo leads the group.

With best wishes

Juan de Dios 

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Universidad del Norte invites nominations and applications for an open full-time faculty position beginning January, 2019. 

The department seeks an individual that will complement and strengthen our outstanding faculty. The preferred candidate will be willing and able to teach fundamental course work in both the undergraduate and graduate programs.

The following attributes and credentials are required of the candidate:

1. An earned doctorate in one of the following areas:

* Civil Engineering.

* Transportation.

* Pavements.

2. A strong commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate and graduate level teaching.

3. An ability to teach course work at all levels, from first year courses to graduate courses, but also fundamental courses (e.g., Statics, introduction civil engineering, etc.) as necessary and as assigned by the Department Chair.

 4. Willing to participate in departmental and institutional activities, such as academic advising, assessment initiatives, institutional service, or other activities as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work across multiple specialties within engineering, particularly in areas related to transportation engineering.

• Strong oral and written communication skills (Spanish and a second language).

• Industrial, commercialization, or post-doctoral experience.

 A complete application includes:

1. Cover letter expressing interest and qualifications for the position,

2. Complete curriculum vitae

3. A one-page statement on the candidate's teaching philosophy

4. Names, affiliations, phone numbers and email addresses for a minimum of three professional references, with a very brief description of relationship between the candidate and referee.

 Contact

Luis Fuentes

Civil and Environmental Engineering Department Director

lfuentes@uninorte.edu.co

Tel: +57-3509509 Ext. 3700
https://www.uninorte.edu.co/web/desarrollo-academico/vacantes-ingenierias