Assistant Professor of Construction Management

Job no: 519272
Work type: On Campus
Location: Normal, Illinois

Title: Assistant Professor of Construction Management
Employee Classification: Asst Professor
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: College of Applied Science and Technology
Department: Technology
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Department of Technology at Illinois State University invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position in Construction Management at the Assistant Professor level to begin August 16, 2025.

• A successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in the Construction Management program. The normal teaching load is nine credit hours per semester (3 courses).
• Develop a focused agenda of scholarship and grantsmanship appropriate to the discipline and disseminate through peer reviewed venues.
• Work closely with faculty and students to develop research skills.
• Work closely with faculty and staff to develop relationships with industry and external funding for program initiatives.
• Participate in the re-accreditation process and tracking student learning outcomes assessments.

Additional Information

The Construction Management (CM) Program serves around 250 undergraduate students by providing hands-on experience in labs and class projects and is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). The CM program has strong support from the construction industry through the CM industry partnership and student chapters of professional organizations such as AGC, ASC, MCA, NECA, ACI, and NAHB. The support from the construction industry includes opportunities for faculty's research and professional development as well as students' activities such as student competitions, field trips, and job placement.

The Department of Technology (TEC) has built a strong reputation for scholarly work in the field of innovative construction materials, sustainable construction, VR in industrial automation, sustainable & renewable energy, technology & engineering education, quality management & analytics, and project management. Annually serving over 600 students, the faculty and staff are dedicated to preparing individuals for leadership positions as management-oriented technology professionals in six undergraduate programs and three areas of graduate study. Undergraduate majors include programs in Computer Systems Technology, Construction Management, Engineering Technology, Graphic Communications Technology, Sustainable & Renewable Energy, and Technology & Engineering Education. The Department has a graduate student enrollment of approximately 80 students and offers programs in Project Management, Quality Management and Analytics, and STEM Education and Leadership. The Department consists of 26 FTE faculty members, including tenured, tenure-track, full-time, and part-time instructors. Support staff includes a full-time mechanic, college-level IT support, and centralized advising at the department level. For more information about our program visit:

http://tec.illinoisstate.edu/

Illinois State University, IllinoisState.edu , was founded in 1857 as Illinois' first public university. We enroll approximately 21,000 students in six colleges. Our new strategic plan, Excellence by Design: 2024-2029, lists our seven core values: Excellence in Teaching, Learning, and Scholarship; Individualized Attention; Equity, Diversity, Access, and Belonging; Collaboration; Community and Civic Engagement; Respect; and Integrity. By acting on these values, we create a learning environment that results in our university being the first-choice public university in Illinois for high-achieving, motivated students who seek an individualized educational experience combined with the resources of a large university. Learn more about Illinois State's Metrics of Excellence at IllinoisState.edu/PointsofPride

Bloomington-Normal: Illinois State University is located in the growing twin cities of Bloomington and Normal, with a metro population of approximately 172,000. The community is also home to Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College, St. Joseph Medical Center, Carle BroMenn Medical Center, COUNTRY Financial, State Farm Insurance's International Headquarters, Central Illinois Regional Airport, and electric truck manufacturer Rivian Motors. The community has distinguished itself for its outstanding school systems, and its citizens' high level of educational attainment, as well as its parks and recreation, health care, vibrant fine arts scene, job growth, economic opportunity, historic sites, and low crime rates. Bloomington made Livability's top 100 Best Places to Live (2024) and ranked No. 3 on College Values Online's list of Best Small College Towns in America (2024). Bloomington-Normal is conveniently located about three hours from Indianapolis; two hours from both Chicago and St. Louis; and an hour from Peoria, Champaign-Urbana, Decatur, and Springfield. Many of these locations are accessible from Bloomington-Normal via Amtrak, which is located one block from Illinois State's campus. For more information on our community, visit visitbn.org .

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

Commensurate with experience and qualifications

Required Qualifications

1) Earned doctorate in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architectural Engineering, or closely related field. Exceptional A.B.D. candidates will also be considered with an expected completion of their doctoral degree before August 16, 2025.
2) One or more years of experience in research and/or industry in one of the following areas: Estimating, Scheduling, MEP, Surveying, Construction Methods, and other relevant construction management topics.
3) Evidence of conducting research in an area related to Construction Management.
4) For teaching positions, state law mandates demonstrable oral proficiency in the English language as a requirement for this position.

Work Hours

Varies

Proposed Starting Date

8/16/2025

Required Applicant Documents

1. Cover letter clearly describing area of experience and fit for the position (maximum two pages);
2. Curriculum vitae;
3. Teaching statement (maximum one page);
4. Research statement (maximum one page); and
5. Names and contact details of at least 3 references (name, telephone, email, relationship).

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

Apply by October 7, 2024.

Contact Information for Applicants

Cindy Wert
Administrative Aide, Department of Technology
clwert@ilstu.edu
tec.illinoisstate.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383 . The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311 .

Application Opened: 08/26/2024 03:00 PM CST
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