Assistant Professor of Construction Management - WVU Tech (Beckley)

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV, is currently inviting applications and nominations for the following employment opportunity:

The Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences seeks to hire an Assistant Professor of Construction Management (CM) beginning in the Fall 2022 semester. This position is 9-month, tenure-track, full-time, and benefits-eligible.

The successful candidate will develop and teach a variety of undergraduate level courses in CM. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in recruiting and advising students; participate in assessment, accreditation and program review processes; and build a strong connection with the AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) industries. The successful candidate will be expected to pursue scholarly activities and perform other services associated with a faculty position.

The search process will continue until the position is filled.

Expected start date for this position is August 12, 2022

About WVUTech / WVU:

WVU Tech is a regional division of the West Virginia University system and is located in Beckley, West Virginia. It boasts a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 17 students, allowing personalized attention in a supportive environment. The campus is near state and national parks and numerous recreational opportunities. Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences has been consistently ranked as Top 100 Best Undergraduate Engineering program in the U.S. News & World Report rankings.

WVU Tech offers a broad array of programs including four-year (BS) programs in Civil, Chemical, Computer, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering; Construction Management; Computer Science; and Information Systems. Six of the programs within the College are ABET accredited.

More information about the Leonard C. Nelson College of Engineering and Sciences can be found at: http://engineering.wvutech.edu/

Qualifications :

• A doctoral degree in Construction Management or a closely related field (e.g., Construction Engineering) is required.
• An ABD status will be considered, but the doctoral degree must be awarded by August 10, 2023. If it has not been awarded by that date, the incumbent will be given a terminal contract for the 2023-24 academic year. Preference will be given to candidates who have already earned a doctoral degree.
• Commitment to teaching excellence, responsiveness to student needs, and good communication skills are essential.
• Interest in scholarship, service to the university and the profession, and developing relationships with the construction industry are also essential.
• Relevant construction industry experience is desirable.

Applications must include:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• Unofficial copies of all transcripts
• Contact information for 3 professional references ( 1 industry, 2 academic) including telephone numbers and email addresses

At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.

From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley — the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position. Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb. To learn more about West Virginia University, visit go.wvu.edu. View current career opportunities at careers.wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.