Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, Building Science

Auburn University•Auburn, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The McWhorter School of Building Science at Auburn University seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to teach in its undergraduate construction curriculum and participate in service activities supporting the school and its students. The appointment is for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of multi-year renewal. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, practice-focused instruction to help prepare industry-ready construction professionals. Teaching areas may include Construction Materials and Methods, Plan Reading, Construction Safety, Quality Control, and Construction Scheduling. Additional potential subjects include building systems such as mechanical and electrical systems, Project Management, Field Supervision, Preconstruction, Contracting Business and Contracts, and Construction Survey/Layout. The school welcomes candidates with practical construction experience and strong teaching capability who are committed to applied learning, real-world case studies, and industry-aligned best practices. The position requires an on-campus presence during the academic year to deliver instruction, collaborate with faculty, students, and interdisciplinary partners, and engage with construction industry organizations and professionals. It is a nine-month Fall/Spring academic appointment, with possible summer teaching. Additional opportunities may include industry engagement, coaching competition teams, attending conferences, and participating in study-abroad programs. The anticipated start date is August 1, 2027, or January 1, 2028, depending on the applicant's availability. Applications will be reviewed beginning January 15, 2027, and continue until a suitable candidate is selected and recommended for appointment.

Requirements

Either a master's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and at least 5 years of experience in the U.S. construction industry by the time employment begins; or a bachelor's degree in one of those fields and at least 10 years of experience, including at least 5 years in the U.S. construction industry by the time employment begins.
Pass a standard University background check.
Meet eligibility requirements to work legally in the U.S. when the appointment begins and continue to work legally for the proposed term of employment.
Demonstrate the ability to teach in the undergraduate construction curriculum.
Demonstrate the ability to engage in service activities supporting the school and its students.
Demonstrate a commitment to developing the next generation of construction leaders.
Have capability in leveraging basic information technology and experience teaching at the university level.

Nice To Haves

Evidence of progressively responsible industry experience over the applicant's career.
Evidence of effective communication.
Significant U.S. construction experience.
Professional registration or a contractor's license.
Certifications and/or credentials.

Responsibilities

Teach in the undergraduate construction curriculum, including areas such as Construction Materials and Methods, Plan Reading, Construction Safety, Quality Control, and Construction Scheduling.
Teach additional subjects as appropriate, potentially including mechanical and electrical building systems, Project Management, Field Supervision, Preconstruction, Contracting Business and Contracts, and Construction Survey/Layout.
Provide high-quality, practice-focused instruction using applied learning, real-world case studies, and industry-aligned best practices.
Engage in service activities that support the school and its students.
Collaborate with faculty, students, and interdisciplinary partners.
Engage with construction industry organizations and professionals.