Assistant Professor of Practice of Construction Management
About The Position
The Construction Management Program at Western New England University (WNE) seeks applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice, beginning in Fall 2026. 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 at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Exceptional candidates with MS in the stated fields and at least five years of industry experience will be considered as a Professional Educator. The Construction Management Department is the newest department within 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. 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. 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.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Architectural Engineering or a closely related field
- Demonstrate the ability or potential for excellence in teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels
- MS in the stated fields and at least five years of industry experience (for Professional Educator consideration)
Nice To Haves
- College-level teaching experience (graduate TA experience acceptable)
- Expertise in (but not limited to) Construction Robotics, Automation in Construction, Smart Construction and Infrastructure Systems, or Building-human interaction
- Effective teaching and pedagogy skills appropriate to the position
- Industry experience
- Pursue professional licensure
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in construction management, construction engineering, and related courses (4 courses per semester or 24 credits per year)
- Advise students
- Lead national and international student competitions
Benefits
- Excellent fringe benefits including tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependent children.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
