Assistant Professor of Construction Engineering

National Society for Black Engineers; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Tech University in Lubbock, TX, invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering. The appointment starts Fall 2027, with focus on construction engineering or construction management; exceptional candidates in other civil engineering areas are welcome.

Candidates should demonstrate potential for high-quality teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, an active research program, and the ability

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Evidence of teaching and mentoring ability and experience with student advising.
• Ability to secure external research funding and establish an independent program.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering and related areas.
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program in construction engineering or a related field.
• Publish scholarly research in peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, including theses and dissertations.
• Develop collaborative research partnerships with faculty across disciplines, industry, and government.

Skills

Teaching effectiveness

Mentoring students

Research program development

Communication skills

Collaboration with industry

Education

Ph.D. in Construction Engineering/Construction Management or related field

Tools

Construction software/BIM

Job description

Position Description

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering (CECE) in the Whitacre College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track, Assistant Professor to begin in the Fall 2027 semester. Candidates with construction engineering or construction management concentration are of particular interest; however, outstanding candidates in any area of civil engineering are welcome to apply.

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About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

About the College

The Whitacre College of Engineering (WCOE, https://www.depts.ttu.edu/coe/) serves approximately 5900 undergraduate and over 1000 graduate students, supported by 230 faculty and instructors. The college had 855 BS, 580 MS and 84 PhD graduates in the 2025-26 fiscal year. All incoming first year students are enrolled into a common foundational curriculum for all undergraduate programs. Foundational students declare a program of choice and can move into upper division after completing the foundational classes with a TTU GPA of minimum of 2.5 TTU GPA or higher. The WCOE consists of the Departments of Chemical Engineering; Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering; Computer Science; Electrical & Computer Engineering; Industrial, Manufacturing and Systems Engineering; Mechanical Engineering; and Petroleum Engineering. All BS programs and the Environmental Engineering Master’s program are ABET accredited. All departments have Master’s and PhD programs. Annual research expenditures at the college are around $38M.

About the Department/School/Area

The CECE Department is home to 36 tenure-track/tenured and research faculty, including two National Academy of Engineering (NAE) members. Nearly 25 percent of the faculty are women and minorities. Thirteen new faculty have been hired in the last three years. Department faculty’s research activity spans regional, national and international research, with active sponsored research valued approximately at 11 million dollars per year. Citations of faculty’s published work have doubled in the same period, with most faculty publications occurring with supervised students as lead authors in Tier-1 journals. Additional information about the department is available at www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/index.php. The department awards bachelor’s degrees in civil engineering (BSCE) and in construction engineering (BSConE), master’s and doctoral degrees in civil engineering, as well as a five-year professional Master of Environmental Engineering (MEnvE) degree. In the year 2025-2026, the department enrolled over 391 undergraduate and over 128 graduate students. Department faculty advised 143 undergraduate degrees, 42 Master’s degrees and 7 PhD degrees to completion in 2025-2026.

Major/Essential Functions

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a dynamic student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with dynamic student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within an individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

Responsibilities:

As a faculty member in the Department of Civil, Environmental and Construction Engineering, you will be expected to:

• Develop and deliver high-quality undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering and related areas.
• Develop and sustain an independent, nationally recognized, and externally funded research program in construction engineering or a closely related field.
• Publish scholarly research in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and disseminate research findings through professional conferences and other appropriate venues.
• Mentor and advise undergraduate and graduate students, including supervising research, theses, and dissertations.
• Develop collaborative research partnerships with faculty across disciplines, industry, government agencies, and professional organizations.
• Contribute to curriculum development, student learning assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement of the Construction Engineering program.
• Participate actively in departmental, college, and university service and governance activities.
• Engage with the construction industry and professional community through research, outreach, technology transfer, continuing education, and other professional activities.
• Contribute to recruitment, retention, and career development of students and support activities that enhance the visibility and growth of the Construction Engineering program.
  

Faculty Qualifications

• An earned Ph.D. in Construction Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the date of appointment.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the teaching and development of undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering and related fields.
• Demonstrated experience or a record indicative of excellence in teaching, student mentoring, and academic advising.
• Demonstrated experience or a record indicative of establishing an independent and productive research program with the ability to secure external research funding.
• Evidence of scholarly productivity or a record indicative of publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at professional conferences.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as demonstrated by the application letter, teaching and research statements, and oral responses during the interviews.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, students, industry partners, and other stakeholders.
• Commitment to professional service, continuous improvement in teaching, research, student success, and advancement of academic programs.
  This position is designated as involving access to critical infrastructure systems and/or research, as defined by Texas Executive Order GA-48. As such, candidates must successfully complete a comprehensive background check prior to employment. Employees are required to comply with all applicable state and federal regulations related to the protection of critical infrastructure. Ongoing employment is dependent upon maintaining eligibility for access and successfully passing periodic security and compliance reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Professional experience in the construction industry, engineering consulting, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring, preferably at the undergraduate level.
• Professional Engineering licensure.
• Familiarity with construction engineering software, digital technologies, BIM, data analytics, reality capture, or other emerging construction technologies.
• Active participation in professional societies and demonstrated commitment to professional and community engagement.
• Acquired