Professor of Practice

4 weeks ago

Blacksburg, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Description

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

Required Qualifications

- 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.

Preferred Qualifications

- 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).

Appointment Type

Restricted

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience and rank

Review Date

Ongoing Review, Open Until Filled

Additional Information

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

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight , a , a college, , and . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous and . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

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