Deadline
Mar 24, 2027
Closing in 156 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted
Sep 25, 2026
Offered salary$100,000
About the role
Instructor/Assistant Professor of Construction Management
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Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for reasons other than practical training (OPT or CPT). The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit application materials by November 1, 2026. Attach a letter of application/cover letter, vitae/resume, a list of three references, and unofficial transcripts.
Position Details
Position Details| About the Institution | Indiana State University is a Tier 2 national University with a Carnegie classification of doctoral/research. Nationally ranked and accredited, we are located in Terre Haute, IN and have been recognized by the Princeton Review as among the best universities in the Midwest. Indiana State is home to a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing nearly every U.S. state and 64 countries around the world. Our beautiful, active, pedestrian-friendly campus is located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute’s historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, we are located 70 miles southwest of Indianapolis and within a few hours of major metropolitan centers in St. Louis, Chicago, and Louisville. On campus, there are 260+ student-run organizations, an expansive Student Recreation Center, a Performing Arts Series, and a University Speakers Series, among other attractions. Indiana State Athletics, known as the “Fighting Sycamores,” fields 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams in the Missouri Valley Conference. Highly ranked among Indiana colleges for social mobility, Indiana State University transforms the lives of our students through experiential learning, community engagement, and career readiness, serving as a dynamic educational partner for businesses and industries throughout the Midwest. Our faculty provide instruction in small classes that create opportunities for personalized instruction and feedback. Indiana State supports and recognizes faculty research and scholarship, providing an internal grants resource pool and other forms of support, and awarding faculty research honors each spring. Indiana State University is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn, thrive, and grow together. Indiana State University is an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our employment application process. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, you may contact us at [email protected] |
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| Comments to Applicants | Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for reasons other than practical training (OPT or CPT). The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit application materials by November 1, 2026. Attach a letter of application/cover letter, vitae/resume, a list of three references, and unofficial transcripts. |
| Job Title | Instructor/Assistant Professor of Construction Management |
| Department | Thompson Thrift Construction Mgt |
| Work Schedule | Assigned by Chairperson |
| Notice of Vacancy Number | F26-00068 |
| Desired Start Date | 08/01/2027 |
| Open Date | 09/16/2026 |
| Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Job Category | Faculty - To be determined |
| Job Type | Faculty - Full Time |
| Pay Grade | TBD - Instructor or Assistant Professor |
| Salary Range | Commensurate with experience |
| Benefits Associated with this Position |
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| Job Summary/Basic Function | Indiana State University’s Thompson Thrift Department of Construction Management is seeking applications for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor or Multi-Year Contract Instructor. Duties include undergraduate courses in the Construction Management Degree Program. This is a nine-month position with the possibility of summer teaching assignments. |
| Specific Responsibilities | Reporting to the Chair of the Department, this position will teach, research, and provide service to the Department. The successful candidate will actively contribute to continuing program development, collaborate with colleagues, and engage with students to promote curriculum in areas of construction management. Teach related topics in an intensively active, outcomes-based learning environment in which innovative pedagogy, timely curriculum, creative assignments, and excellence in student work is paramount. Continuous improvement of course materials in on-campus sections must be replicated through Indiana State University’s highly regarded online program. Teaching responsibilities may include undergraduate courses in any of the following courses:
For the Tenure Track position additional duties include serving on university committees, curriculum development, academic advisement and performing appropriate scholarly research and professional service within the guidelines of the University. |
| Required Relevant Education & Experience | Instructor rank: Master’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering or Technology Management (construction focused), Project Management (construction focused), Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or closely related field, and three years of experience or a bachelor’s degree in the construction management, civil engineering, civil engineering technology, architectural engineering, or engineering with focus on civil with ten years of experience in the domestic United States or Canadian construction industry. At least one degree must be in construction management, civil engineering or architectural engineering. Tenure Track rank: PhD in Construction Management, Engineering or Technology Management (construction focused), Project Management (construction focused) or Business Administration (construction focused), Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Architectural Engineering. ABD will be considered but PhD must be earned by 2027 spring semester. A foreign educational equivalent is acceptable. |
| Required Field(s) of Study | |
| Preferred Relevant Education and Experience | |
| Supervisory Responsibilities | This job has no supervisory responsibilities. |
| Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations | |
| Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations | |
| Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations | |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | Able to adapt to change, Able to assemble, analyze and present data, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Excellent public speaking skills, Experience in an educational environment preferred, Must be able to travel; some overnight travel, when required, Must be comfortable networking with groups or individuals, Professional demeanor, high energy, dynamic personality and excellent communication and interpersonal skills, Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other computer applications, Proven verbal and written communication skills, Willing to interact with students, Willing to work extended hours during events and peak seasons, when required, Work effectively with a diverse community |
| Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | None |
| Qualifications & Disclaimer | To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. |
| NCAA Guidelines | All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department. |
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Cover Letter/ Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- References
- Undergraduate Transcript
- Master's Transcript
- Resume
- Doctoral Transcript
- Teaching Philosophy
- Research Statement
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Do you have a PhD in the field listed in this posting, or a master's degree with 3 years of experience, or a bachelor's with ten years of experience in the domestic United States or Canadian construction industry? ABD candidates will be considered for the tenure track position but the PhD must be earned by 2027 spring semester.
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