Assistant Professor of Construction Management

Assistant Professor of Construction Management

The Construction Management Program at Western New England University (WNE) seeks applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Spring 2027.

Candidates for this position must hold a Ph.D. in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or a closely related field, and must demonstrate the ability or potential for excellence in teaching and research at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The successful candidate is expected to: (1) teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in construction management, construction engineering, and related courses (3/3 load or 18 credits per year) (2) develop and maintain internationally recognized externally funded research, (3) pursue scholarly and service activities, (4) advise students, and (5) lead national and international student competitions. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• College-level teaching experience
• Expertise in construction robotics, automation in construction, smart construction and infrastructure systems, or AI applications in construction.
• Experience with project-based, laboratory-based, or experiential learning.
• Experience developing or delivering online, hybrid or technology-enhanced courses in construction management.
• Industry experience.
• Experience involving undergraduate students in research.
• Professional licensure or progress toward professional licensure.

The Construction Management Department is housed in the College of Engineering (COE) and offers Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in Construction Management.  The COE offers BS degrees in Civil and Environmental, Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Computer, and Biomedical engineering. It also offers MS and PhD degrees in multiple programs. 

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants are requested to submit a single PDF file containing the following materials:

1. A cover letter,
2. A curriculum vitae,
3. A statement of teaching interests and philosophy
4. A statement of research interests
5. The names and contact information of at least three references.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,900 students, including more than 2,600 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy, and School of Law.

To apply for this position, please submit your materials through the online application.

Qualifications

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES: 
Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or a closely related field, and must have demonstrated ability or potential for excellence in teaching and research at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

Candidates for this position must have a Ph.D. in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering,or a closely related field.

Western New England University is committed to enhancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging by acknowledging and embracing diversity of thought, opinion, and approach with colleagues regardless of background, culture, and organizational level.  WNE encourages diversity in our job applicants to ensure the best culture and work outcomes.