This position is primarily responsible for the teaching/learning process and will also participate in the necessary operations of the institution. Work hours are Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely, at the University's discretion.

The Department of Engineering Technology is seeking an Assistant Professor for its Construction Science and Management program. This position is a 9-month, tenure-track position primarily responsible for teaching undergraduate courses at the Stephenville campus location, but may be assigned to teach courses masters-level courses and to provide support at all campus locations and online. The successful candidate will support the construction science program through engaging, student-centered teaching, and actively contribute to service and outreach initiatives that advance the department, college, and university.

Candidates with teaching interest in the construction field are encouraged to apply.  The position is currently approved for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor, with the beginning date of September 1, 2022 for the Fall 2022 term. Required teaching load will be a 24-hour course load during the fall and spring semester with lab components. Summer employment beyond the 9-month contract will be contingent upon the need for services, and budget availability.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

80% Teaching and Service: Develop, implement, and review effective teaching/learning processes, incorporating appropriate methodology, technology and other tools; Remain  current in discipline and update course content when appropriate to reflect current levels of student knowledge in the discipline; develop a system for ongoing evaluation of both teaching and learning, including expectations of student competency and student learning outcomes; work in partnership with immediate supervisor through a formal system of evaluation of instruction to identify strengths and weaknesses and identify professional development activities to improve student learning. Maintain appropriate schedule of office hours for student access and inquiry; Work in partnership with student success personnel on student advising and orientation. Participate in institutional service roles such as but not limited to, college committees, club sponsorship, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

20% Research, Scholarship and Creative Activity: Demonstrate a record of ongoing research, scholarship or creative activity appropriate to your academic discipline.

Minimum Requirements:

The successful candidate must hold PhD in Construction Science, Civil Engineering, or a closely-related discipline approved by the University and recognized by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges with appropriate academic credentials verified by Tarletonâ™s faculty credentialing processes.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Prior teaching (1-3 years) or work experience of construction methods, estimating, BIM, and new technologies in the construction process is preferred. In addition, experience with high-impact teaching practices, course redesign, or hybrid/hy-flex/online modalities, and accreditation is desirable.

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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Candidates must demonstrate ability in the discipline, show clear promise of teaching excellence as evidenced in evaluation by peers, department head, and college dean potential for outstanding teaching, and demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. Physical activity will involve sitting, standing, bending, climbing stairs and walking, and occasional lifting of moderate loads (50 lbs.) in an office and field environment.