Lecturer - Construction Engineering & Management Please read the job description carefully before applying. The essential functions are the fundamental job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without a reasonable accommodation. Additional job duties may be assigned as needed. Applicants who do not fully meet the minimum qualifications or who do not fully complete the application as instructed will not be considered. Applicants are responsible for demonstrating that they possess the qualifications advertised for the position. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not assure applicants of an interview. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. All applicants will be required to apply online at https://jobs.tntech.edu and electronically upload a cover letter describing the candidate's industry experience; curriculum vitae; teaching philosophy; contact information for three professional references; and a copy of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire) at time of application. If selected for an interview, references will be contacted via email to provide a reference letter. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Review of applications begins August 24, 2024; open until filled. Position Information Position Information Position Number 226060 Working Title Lecturer - Construction Engineering & Management Job Title Lecturer Job Type Full-Time Department Civil and Environmental Engineering Job Purpose The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a Lecturer in Construction Engineering and Management. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track position to begin January 1, 2025, and renewable based on satisfactory annual reviews, the needs of the department, and future funding. Tennessee Tech University is classified as a doctoral university-high research activity (R2) institution located in the scenic Upper Cumberland Plateau, along Interstate I-40, between Nashville and Knoxville, and within close proximity to many state and national parks. With more than 2,600 students, the College of Engineering is Tennessee Tech's largest college and is experiencing significant growth. Construction of the 100,000 square foot Ashraf Islam Engineering Building will be complete in summer 2024. This building will house state-of-the-art environmental engineering and water resources labs, in addition to a unique living, outdoor environmental laboratory. The building is fully instrumented as a smart building for live monitoring and analysis. Furthermore, construction of the 80,000 square foot Advanced Construction and Manufacturing Engineering building, which will house laboratories for advanced high bay structural testing, concrete materials and soils testing, and mechanical behavior of materials testing, is slated to begin fall 2024. The CEE department is home to approximately 330 undergraduate and 20 graduate students with 12 full-time faculty. The CEE department also house the Center for Construction and Building Information Modeling. More information about the new buildings and department can be found at https://www.tntech.edu/engineering/news/watchusgrow.php and http://www.tntech.edu/cee. Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Essential Functions The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and teaching undergraduate courses in Construction Engineering and Management in addition to service to the department, university, and profession. The individual will also serve as a liaison between the department and the construction industry. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from an accredited institution in civil engineering, construction engineering, or a closely related engineering field OR a master's degree with a bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the University's sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications Preferred qualifications include a Ph.D. in Civil or Construction Engineering (or related engineering field) with at least three years of full-time experience and decision-making responsibilities in the US construction industry; Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or ability to obtain within 3 years; experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM); experience and excellence in teaching in higher education. Compensation and Benefits Salary Commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, nine-month, non-tenure-track position to begin January 1, 2025, and renewable based on satisfactory annual reviews, the needs of the department, and future funding. Benefits Information Tennessee Tech offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months. Posting Details Posting Date 07/10/2024 Screening Date 08/24/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants All applicants will be required to apply online at https://jobs.tntech.edu and electronically upload a cover letter describing the candidate's industry experience; curriculum vitae; teaching philosophy; contact information for three professional references; and a copy of transcripts (official transcripts for all degrees conferred required upon hire) at time of application. If selected for an interview, references will be contacted via email to provide a reference letter. Submission of materials is the applicant's responsibility. Applications without all required materials are incomplete and will not be considered. Review of applications begins August 24, 2024; open until filled.