Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Construction Management/Technology (Beginning January or Augu[...]

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Tuition Waiver

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Millersville University is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in Construction Management/Technology starting January or August 2027. The role involves teaching both lecture and laboratory courses related to construction management, advising students, and contributing to scholarly work.

Required qualifications include a doctorate in a related field, significant teaching experience, and the ability to engage students in hands-on learning. The position also offers comprehensive health coverage and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in relevant field completed by eligibility date.
• Five or more years of full-time teaching experience or equivalent.
• Ability to teach both hands-on and lecture-based courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture and laboratory-based courses in construction management technology.
• Advise students and conduct scholarly work.
• Provide service to the department and university.

Skills

Teaching experience

Expertise in construction management/technology

Communication skills

Information technology proficiency

Commitment to inclusive teaching

Education

Doctorate in Construction Management or related field

Earned technical undergraduate degree in construction or engineering discipline

Job description

Overview

Full‑time tenure‑track Assistant Professor position specializing in Construction Management/Technology, beginning January or August 2027.

Responsibilities

Teach lecture and/or laboratory‑based courses in construction management technology, including but not limited to Construction Project Management, Statics & Strength of Materials, Green Buildings & Sustainable Systems, Construction I, Construction II, Engineering Visualization, Architectural Drawing, Introductory Materials Processing, and drafting courses. Advise students, conduct scholarly work, and provide service to the department, university, and community. Faculty must accept reasonable duties within their competence and may be required to teach day, evening, or weekend classes and in face‑to‑face, web‑enhanced, or online formats.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Construction Management, Technology, Education, or related field, completed by date of eligibility for reappointment to third year (approximately 2 years after start date).
• Five or more years of full‑time teaching experience (or equivalent) and scholarship commensurate with tenure‑track rank.
• Expertise in construction management/technology with ability to teach hands‑on laboratory and lecture‑based courses.
• Earned technical undergraduate degree in a related construction or engineering discipline.
• Commitment to supervising, maintaining, and improving laboratory facilities.
• Willingness to teach in a laboratory‑based, hands‑on learning environment and provide day, evening, weekend, and online courses.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in information technology relevant to teaching and learning.
• Commitment to student safety, inclusive teaching practices, and collaborative work with colleagues.
• Successful interview, completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Post‑secondary teaching experience.
• Industrial experience in the construction field.Expert documented effectiveness in teaching or training.
• Experience supervising laboratory facilities and advising student clubs.
• Experience with program assessment, accreditation, and professional associations.

Application Requirements

• Cover Letter summarizing how your education and experience match the required qualifications.
• Teaching Philosophy emphasizing inclusive and equitable learning.
• Summary (2–5 pages) of Scholarly and/or Creative Activity Plan for the next 3–5 years, involving undergraduate or graduate students.
• Registrar‑issued unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress (official transcripts required by start date).
• Three current letters of reference (submit names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses; letters uploaded to confidential website).

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Salary & Benefits

Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and align with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage – medical, dental, and vision.
• Group Life Insurance.
• Retirement Plans – two excellent options.
• Tuition Waiver.
• Paid Time Off – vacation, sick leave, holidays.

Equal Opportunity for All

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups to apply. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination.