Assistant Professor of Practice

Assistant Professor of Practice - Construction Engineering
37834BR

Civil Environ Construct Engineering

Position Description

Contributes to the university's mission through teaching in an area of expertise, mentoring students in professional and career preparation and serving as liaison with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program. This is a non-tenure track, multi-year renewable appointment contingent on successful annual and cumulative performance appraisals as well as a majority affirmative vote of the academic unit. Summer appointments possible, but not guaranteed, contingent on demand for courses and availability of funding. The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering (CECE) in the Whitacre College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin in the Fall 2024 semester.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the College

At Texas Tech University, the title of Professor of Practice is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU’s strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within an individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

About the Department/School/Area

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering (CECE) in the Whitacre College of Engineering at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice to begin in the Fall 2024 semester. Candidates with expertise in construction engineering are of particular interest; however, outstanding candidates in any area of civil engineering are welcome to apply.

The CECE Department is home to 31 tenure-track/tenured and research faculty, including two National Academy of Engineering (NAE) members. Nearly 25 percent of the faculty are women and minorities.
Seven new faculty have been hired in the last three years. Department faculty’s research activity spans regional, national and international research, with active sponsored research valued approximately at 11 million dollars per year. Citations of faculty’s published work have doubled in the same period, with a majority of faculty publications occurring with supervised students as lead authors in Tier-1 journals. Additional information about the department is available at www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/index.php. The department awards bachelor’s degrees in civil engineering (BSCE) and in construction engineering (BSConE), master’s and doctoral degrees in civil engineering, as well as a five-year professional Master of Environmental Engineering (MEnvE) degree. In the 2023-2024 year, the department enrolled over 350 undergraduate and over 150 graduate students. Department faculty advised 166 undergraduate degrees, 42 Master’s degrees and 10 PhD degrees to completion in 2022-2023.

Major/Essential Functions

Responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in construction engineering, with a focus on imparting practical knowledge and industry insights.
Mentor and advise students, providing guidance on academic and career development.
Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners to facilitate experiential learning opportunities for students.
Engage in scholarly activities and professional development to stay abreast of industry trends and best practices.
Contribute to the academic and administrative functions of the department and institution.

OrganizationTexas Tech University
Faculty Qualifications

Master’s degree in construction engineering or a closely related field (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction Technology).
Extensive industry experience in construction engineering or a closely related field, with a proven track record of professional achievement (at least 5 years).
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, colleagues, and industry partners.
Candidates must hold at least a master’s degree in construction engineering or civil engineering or any other related fields of engineering at the time of appointment and have at least five years of industrial experience, particularly in the field of construction engineering. In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with professional engineering license are highly encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications:
Professional Engineering licensure
Other related certifications including PMP, CCM, CPC, DBIA, etc.
Demonstrated excellence in teaching and mentoring, preferably at the undergraduate level.
PhD in construction engineering or a closely related field (e.g. Civil Engineering, Construction Technology).

Duty PointTTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities
Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?No
Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will commence immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  It is anticipated that the appointment will begin in Fall 2024.

Job TypeFull Time
Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel RequiredUp to 25%
Grant Funded?

No

Job GroupNonTenure track
EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Salary Grade800