Professor of Practice (Open Rank)

The Building Construction Department within the Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) is seeking applicants for multiple non-tenure-track faculty positions at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor of Practice rank to begin Fall 2024 in Blacksburg, VA. This position is a nine-month, full-time appointment dedicated primarily to the teaching and service missions of the School.

MLSoC brings together undergraduate engineering and non-engineering programs in Construction Engineering and Management (ABET-accredited) and Building Construction (ACCE-accredited).

The successful candidate will be required to teach 3-4 courses per semester in the Department of Building Construction, develop meaningful relationships with industry, and provide service to the School and the broader AEC industry. This position requires occasional travel to attend outreach events, conferences and/or other professional meetings.

MLSoC is dedicated to inclusion, serving in the spirit of community, diversity, and excellence. We seek candidates who will adopt and practice the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and inclusion, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members.

We actively seek a broad spectrum of candidates to join our faculty in preparing the future leaders of the construction industry. MLSoC does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

Prior to hire, all applicants must pass a criminal background check

- A graduate or professional degree in construction or a closely related field
- Established professional experience in construction or a related discipline.
- Expertise in operations, management, or pre-construction that complements BC’s current curriculum and/or in two or more of the following areas: design-build, construction means and methods, fundamentals of construction management, and/or construction company management.

- Certifications and/or licensure related to the applicant’s professional field (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE, RA).
- Teaching experience, preferably with a demonstrated record of effective teaching in higher education (e.g., through evidence of student evaluations of teaching).
- Demonstrated experience in the construction industry and its leadership.
- Engagement in academic program leadership and/or professional organizations.
- Experience serving diverse communities and building inclusive cultures (e.g. through outreach, service, program development).

Restricted

Commensurate with experience and rank

Ongoing Review, Open Until Filled

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

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