Assistant Teaching Professor in Building Construction Science

Position Function:

Teach students in studio and core specialization courses in the
Department of Building Construction Science. The BCS program is
unique in its studio-based learning model in which students
collaboratively work with their instructors, peers, and other
relevant programs to enhance their content knowledge, technical
competency, and leadership skills.

Salary Grade : UC

For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary
ranges are determined by the hiring department.

Department Profile:

The Department of Building Construction Science (BCS) in the
College of Architecture, Art, and Design invites applications for 1
nine-month, full-time, non-tenure track faculty position at the
Assistant Teaching Professor level starting in January of 2027.
Located in a college that includes the disciplines of architecture,
art, and interior design, the BCS Department utilizes a core
curriculum of different six-credit, project-based studios that
integrate multiple construction content areas coordinated to
advance integrated design/construction education. Through its
innovative approach to interdisciplinary education in the built
environment, the BCS Department produces collaborative-minded
construction professionals – critical thinkers who rigorously
engage new challenges in the rapidly changing construction and
business environment.

Area of Specialization:

Building Construction Science

Anticipated Appointment Date:

January 1, 2027

Tenure Track Status:

Non-Tenure Track

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Successful candidates will be expected to teach studio and lecture
courses in the undergraduate and/or graduate programs,The studio
format provides extended class time to allow for project
development, team projects and lab exercises, collaborative
efforts, and site activities. Successful candidates will have a
9-month appointment. Successful candidates should be prepared to
teach in one or more of the following areas: Estimating,
Scheduling, Construction Documents, Equipment, Building Information
Modeling (BIM), and Construction Technologies.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. in Construction Management, or closely related fields.

Evidence of construction-related teaching and research, outreach
and scholarship.

Excellent communication (oral, written, and digital) skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated excellence in high-impact teaching practices and
active learning.

Progressive experience in the construction industry.

Advanced education, certification, professional registration,
licensure, or other relevant credentials.

Ability to teach emerging and/or interdisciplinary topics in the
built environment.

academic background and appropriate credentials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Successful candidate(s) will have teaching experience.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Minimum physical efforts.

Instructions for Applying:

All applicants must apply online at
http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu and attach a cover letter,
current resume or curriculum vitae, and the complete contact
information for at least three professional references.

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