Clinical Assistant Professor (Construction, Design, and Project Management) - 9 month appt

Missouri State University

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Missouri State University is seeking a Clinical Assistant Professor in Construction, Design, and Project Management for a 9-month appointment at the Springfield Campus. The role focuses on teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting departmental initiatives.

The position requires a Master’s degree, substantial industry experience (7+ years), and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
Substantial industry experience (7+ years) is required.
Relevant teaching or instructional experience is required.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in construction management focusing on civil/horizontal construction, engineering statics, construction cost management, and project risk management.
Maintain an active research or professional development agenda.
Support collaboration between programs in the academic unit.
Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.
Additional responsibilities may include curriculum development and contributing to ongoing departmental initiatives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Industry experience 7+ years

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in engineering / construction management / project management / business / technology

Job description

Clinical Assistant Professor (Construction, Design, and Project Management) - 9 month appt

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

First Date of Consideration is November 2, 2026. Review of applications will continue until filled.
While we have posted Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor positions, only one position will be filled. To be considered at both the Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor ranks, you must apply separately to both postings. Official transcripts required at time of hire.
For additional information contact: Richard Gebken, School Director: 417-836-5121 or richardgebken@missouristate.edu

Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor (Construction, Design, and Project Management) - 9 month appt

Work Location

Springfield Campus

Out-of-State Employment

Out-of-state employment is limited to Arkansas, Virginia, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., and subject to supervisor approval.

Department

School of Construction, Design, and Project Management

HR Home Department

020313 TECHNOLOGY & CONSTRUCTION MGMT

Pay Grade

Unclassified

Sponsorship Information

Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position may not be eligible for work visa sponsorship.

Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees?

No, Position is available to all applicants.

Faculty Appointment Type

Term (if applicable) 9 month

Begin Date of Appointment

08/02/2027

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

General Function

The Clinical Assistant Professor is a non-tenure track position with responsibilities for clinical education and service. Clinical faculty may participate in research or other scholarly or creative activities.

Description of Primary Duties

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in construction management focusing on one or more of the following topical content areas: civil/horizontal construction, engineering statics, construction cost management, and project risk management.
Maintain an active research or professional development agenda.
Support the collaboration between programs in the academic unit.
Provide service to the department, college, university, and profession.
Additional responsibilities may include participating in curriculum development and contributing to ongoing departmental initiatives.

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

The minimum acceptable qualifications for the Clinical Assistant Professor rank are determined by the department and approved by the Dean and the Provost. Clinical Faculty must be qualified as defined by professional/discipline standards, have practical experience appropriate for the responsibilities assigned, and must maintain appropriate professional credentials.

Additional Qualifications

Master’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business, technology, or another related field.
Evidence of strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills is required.
Substantial industry experience (7+ years) is required.
Relevant teaching or instructional experience is required.

Link to Job Description

http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/126101.htm

Open Date

08/27/2026

Non-Discrimination Statement

Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.

The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu , 417-836-4252

Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.

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