Open Rank, Faculty of Instruction, Construction Management

Texas State University; San Marcos (CA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking university dedicated to innovative education in Construction Management. This position offers a unique opportunity to teach in an expanding online Master of Science program and a new online PhD program. Ideal candidates will possess a doctoral degree and experience in online instruction, contributing to a vibrant academic community. This role emphasizes mentorship, outreach, and academic excellence, allowing you to shape the next generation of construction professionals. If you are passionate about education and construction management, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Construction Management or related field required.
• Experience teaching online is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Teach master's and doctoral level courses in Construction Management.
• Mentor graduate students and provide academic advising.

Skills

Online Teaching Experience

Construction Management

Construction Engineering

Civil Engineering

Excellent English Skills

Education

Doctoral Degree in Construction Management or Related Field

Undergraduate Degree in Construction Management or Related Field

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

Open Rank, Faculty of Instruction, Construction Management

Position Title: Open Rank, Faculty of Instruction, Construction Management

Job Posting Number: 2025012NTL

Job Location: San Marcos, Other - Online

College/Division: College of Science and Engineering

Department/School: Department of Engineering Technology

Position Description: The Department of Engineering Technology is seeking applicants to fill two non tenure-line positions in the Faculty of Instruction or Faculty of Practice lines, at the rank of Professor, Associate Professor or Assistant Professor to teach in the expanding online Master of Science program in Construction Management at Texas State University, and the new (pending approval by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) online PhD in Construction Management. Both programs can be completed 100% online.

Applicants with expertise in all areas related to construction management are invited to apply, with particular consideration given to candidates with experience teaching in an online mode of delivery, and with research interests in construction management, construction engineering, or civil engineering.

This position is remote-work eligible.

The individual selected for this position will be expected to teach masters and doctoral level courses, and some undergraduate courses, as departmental needs require. Other responsibilities include service to the department and the university, industry outreach, mentoring graduate students and general academic and career advising and assistance.

The selected candidate will be given the appropriate rank based on college and university standards and policies. This position is subject to the availability of funds.

Required Qualifications:

• An earned doctoral degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field
• An undergraduate degree in Construction Management from an ACCE or ABET accredited institution, or in Construction Engineering or Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited institution, or a closely related field from a similarly accredited institution
• Experience teaching in an online environment
• Excellent oral and written English language skills

For the rank of Associate Professor, in addition to those required above:

• A demonstrated record of excellent teaching abilities
• Faculty of Instruction: A minimum of five years of teaching experience at the university level
• Faculty of Practice: A minimum of five years of construction industry experience

For the rank of Professor, in addition to those required above:

• Faculty of Instruction: A minimum of 10 years of teaching experience at the university level
• Faculty of Practice: A minimum of 10 years of construction industry experience
• A demonstrated record of leadership or significant contributions in teaching and instructional activities

The successful applicant will be offered the appropriate rank and title based on the established standards of the university and the Department of Engineering Technology.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Industry experience in construction management or construction engineering
• Ability to develop new course content and teach in a fully online environment
• Professional certification and/or licensure in a related discipline

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/50214

To ensure full consideration please submit the following by December 2nd, 2024:
- Cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from all degree-granting universities.

Type of Position: Full-Time

Proposed Start Date:

Posting Date: 10/21/2024

Review Date: 12/02/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled? Yes

EEO/AA Statement: Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance. A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

Record Checks and Verifications: Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment: Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State? Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor. A member of the Doctoral Universities: Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.