Assistant Professor- Construction Management

Assistant Professor- Construction Management

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor- Construction Management at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Division of Engineering Technology (ET) at Wayne State University, Detroit, Michigan, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Construction Management(CMT) program at the rank of Assistant Professor to start in August 2023. Successful applicants should demonstrate a potential to develop and maintain application-oriented research and to excel at teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.

Teaching courses in CMT program.

Engaging in scholarly activities in terms of publishing in refereed journals and conferences and seeking extramural grants.

Participating in course, curriculum, and program development.

Advising and mentoring students, providing career guidance, and supervising undergraduate research projects.

Participating in the assessment and accreditation activities.

Participating in division, college, university, and community services.

Attending and participating in scheduled departmental meetings and functions.

Participating in activities such as student registration, orientation, convocations, and commencements.

Providing other support services to the department, college and/or university, as applicable.

Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in Construction Management, or a closely related field; with thesis work and emphasis in Constructions Management, Planning or Design; with U.S. construction management industry experience and computer applications.

Evidence of successful college teaching experience in CMT or related courses including, but not limited to: VR technologies in constructions management, mechanical and electrical systems in buildings and BIM modeling.

Evidence of research participation and dissemination of research findings.

Demonstrated or has the potential to conduct scholarly activities in a CMT-related field.

Preferred qualifications:

Prior university-level teaching experience in CMT or related programs. Demonstrated industry network and interactions with the construction management industry through training, practice, service, research programs and similar partnerships. Dedication to actively providing leadership to students through student club sponsorship, competition team coaching, organizing, and implementing similar student activities.

School/College/Division:

H05 - College of Engineering

Primary department:

H0508 - Engineering Technology

Employment type:

• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Academic/Faculty
• Regular Employee

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
• Salary hire maximum: TBD

Working conditions:

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between WSU and the WSU Chapter of the American Association of University Professors, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings:

• Reposted position: No
• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted reason: None (New Requisition)

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.