Lecturer, Civil Environmental & Chemical Engineering - Rayen School of Engineering (Term)

Location : Youngstown, Ohio
Job Type: Full-time Faculty
Job Number: 202600220
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Civil Environmental & Chemical Engr
Opening Date: 07/30/2026
Bargaining Unit Status: Ohio Education Association (OEA)
Salary Grade: LECT

Summary of Position

Serve as a dedicated academic partner to the Jilin Jianzhu University (JLJU) - Youngstown State University (YSU) cooperative education programs. Teach undergraduate courses at Jilin Jianzhu University (JLJU) in China and as assigned, on the Youngstown State University (YSU) main campus. Deliver YSU-approved curriculum in accordance with YSU academic standards and contributes to curriculum implementation, student success, program assessment, accreditation, and other academic activities that support the successful operation, quality, and continuous improvement. Participate in department, college, and university service activities.
Position Information
Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner. Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.
An Institution of Opportunity: YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives.
As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures and enrich lives. YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development. YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.
Primary Location: Youngstown

Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None.
Sponsorship and/or Work Authorization Status: This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Minimum Qualifications: At least an earned Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline, and a master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline.
Preferred Qualifications: 5 years or more of Industrial experience.
Physical Requirements: In accordance with the U.S. Department of Labor physical demands strength ratings, this position will perform sedentary work.
Sedentary: work involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs may be defined as Sedentary when walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other Sedentary criteria are met.

Supplemental Information
Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.
At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.
Position expected start date: Spring or Fall semester of 2027.
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
01

Do you have at least an earned Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline, and a master's degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a closely related engineering discipline?

• Yes
• No

02

What is the highest level of education that you have attained?

• Did not complete high school.
• High school diploma/GED or equivalent
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• Doctoral degree
• Post doctoral degree
• Juris doctor degree

03

Please describe your related experience, including information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Required Question