Collegiate Assistant Professor (Safety Focus)

The Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) is seeking applicants for a Collegiate Assistant Professor with teaching and research expertise in construction safety, health, and well-being to begin Fall 2026 in Blacksburg, VA. This position is a nine-month, full-time appointment responsible for teaching, research, and service. There is an expectation to teach courses in the safety leadership major and to pursue and/or support safety-related research and innovation with scholarly outputs.

• A doctoral degree in construction or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date
• Demonstrated expertise in construction safety, health, and/or well-being, e.g, as demonstrated by scholarly output and/or professional practice
• Documented experience with teaching and/or leading professional development workshops

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness in higher education, e.g., through teaching evaluations
• Evidence of a commitment to service
• Record of publications in peer-reviewed outlets
• Evidence of safety-related sponsored research
• Safety certifications and training, such as OSHA, CSP

Overtime Status

Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Regular

$105,000 - $120,000

40 +; as needed

11/08/2025

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

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