Open Rank in Construction Management

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas State University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position in Construction Management at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. The successful candidate will focus on research, supervise PhD students, and teach graduate courses while building an externally funded program.

Responsibilities include mentoring students through dissertation work, growing the PhD program, and publishing in high-impact journals, with collaboration across academia and

Qualifications

• Earned doctoral degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research competence and scholarly contributions.
• Evidence of research productivity, including peer‑reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to mentor graduate and PhD students.
• Excellent Oral and Written English Language skills.

Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise PhD students, including dissertation advising and research development.
• Contribute to the growth and structure of the PhD program in Construction Management.
• Support doctoral students through key milestones, including proposal development, research execution, and publication.
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Lead and manage research teams that include graduate and doctoral students.
• Publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry, and external research partners.

Skills

Research productivity

Mentoring PhD students

English communication

Education

PhD in construction management or related field

Job description

Job Opportunities at Texas State University

The Department of Engineering Technology invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor in Construction Management.

This position is designed for individuals whose primary focus is on research, scholarly, and creative activities that enhance the research mission of the university, with a strong emphasis on mentoring and supervising PhD students. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting doctoral student progression, including dissertation development, research design, and publication.

The position carries expectations for actively mentoring doctoral students in their own research throughout their academic journey; conducting externally funded research producing high-impact scholarly work; and teaching graduate level courses.

Responsibilities:

• Mentor and supervise PhD students, including dissertation advising and research development.
• Contribute to the growth and structure of the PhD program in Construction Management.
• Support doctoral students through key milestones, including proposal development, research execution, and publication.
• Develop and sustain an independent, externally funded research program.
• Lead and manage research teams that include graduate and doctoral students.
• Publish in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Collaborate with faculty, industry, and external research partners.

Required Qualifications

For all ranks:

• Earned doctoral degree in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated research competence and scholarly contributions.
• Evidence of research productivity, including peer-reviewed publications.
• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to mentor graduate and PhD students.
• Excellent Oral and Written English Language skills.

For Associate Professor:

• Minimum of five years of independent, externally funded research experience.
• Demonstrated record of sustained scholarly contributions.
• Experience mentoring graduate or doctoral students.

For Professor:

• Minimum of ten years of independent, externally funded research experience.
• Demonstrated national or international recognition in the field.
• Significant experience mentoring PhD students and supervising dissertation work.
• Record of leadership in research programs and professional organizations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience graduating doctoral students or serving on dissertation committees.
• Established record of securing external funding.
• Experience leading interdisciplinary or industry-sponsored research.
• Alignment with Construction Management research areas such as risk analysis, project delivery, financial controls, operations, or decision-making.
• Teaching and mentoring students in an online environment.

To submit an application, candidates should upload the following materials through the Texas State University website: Unofficial transcripts (all in one document), Research Statement, Teaching Philosophy, Three reference letters (at least), one of which explicitly addressing teaching.

All application materials must arrive by November 15, 2026. Please clearly address how you meet all criteria in your application materials.

Legal Notices

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

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, drug screening (if applicable), and employment eligibility verifications.

Certain positions, including those with clinical responsibilities, require compliance with health, immunization, and other requirements mandated by affiliated clinical agencies. Employment and continued assignment in such roles are contingent upon meeting and maintaining these requirements.

This position may conduct research on critical infrastructure depending on the research focus of a hire. Consistent with the requirements of the State of Texas, individuals conducting research on critical infrastructure will be subject to pre-employment, and then subsequent routine background checks/cybersecurity screenings. Employment will at all times be contingent upon the successful completion of these screenings in accordance with State and University requirements.

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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

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitious Run to R1 strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact - advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interests
• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Statement of Research Interests

• DD 214/DD1300
• Veteran's Preference

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a doctoral degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field?
  • Yes, I have a doctoral degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a closely related field.
  • Yes, ABD with anticipated completion prior to start date.
  • No.
• * Please select the rank you are applying for.
  • Associate Professor
  • Professor