Position Title Assistant Professor-9 month appointment, Technology and Construction Management
Work Location Springfield Campus
Department Technology & Construction Management
HR Home Department 020313 TECHNOLOGY & CONSTRUCTION MGMT
Pay Grade Unclassified
Position only available to current, regular, full-time Missouri State University employees? No, Position is available to all applicants.
Faculty Appointment Type Tenure Track
Term (if applicable) 9 month
Begin Date of Appointment 08/19/2024
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt
General Function
The Assistant Professor is a member of the ranked faculty with an intermediate academic rank who has demonstrated achievement in the areas of teaching, research, and professional service appropriate to the discipline. The Assistant Professor’s teaching responsibilities are assigned by the academic department head and may include serving as an academic advisor. The Assistant Professor engages in scholarly activities beyond those associated with teaching and is expected to demonstrate professional productivity in research, based upon the availability of resources and consistent with the mission of the University.
Description of Primary Duties
Teach undergraduate and graduate project management courses in engineering and technology areas which may include Project Simulation, Agile Project Management, Program and Portfolio Management, Risk and Quality Management, Cost and Schedule Management, and Project Leadership.
Pursue an active scholarly agenda.
Support the collaboration between different engineering and technology programs within the department.
Active participation in departmental outreach and service activities.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications The minimum acceptable qualifications for the position of Assistant Professor are prescribed in the Faculty Handbook. The ability to develop knowledge of, respect for, and skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds is required.
Additional QualificationsABD or earned doctorate in project management, engineering, architecture, technology, or related field. Outstanding candidates at the ABD level will be considered but must complete their degree within one year after hire.
Evidence of strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills is required.
Relevant industry experience is required.
Relevant teaching or instructional experience is required.
Link to Job Description http://www.missouristate.edu/human/jobdescriptions/21377.htm
Open Date 09/29/2023
Close Date (If Close Date is blank then the posting is considered open until filled)
Special Instructions to ApplicantsWhile we have posted Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Professor positions, only one position will be filled.
Required Qualifications and application instructions for the Assistant Professor position can be found at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/71418.
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Background Check StatementEmployment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Posting Number 20230073FTF
Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/71431
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