All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title: Assistant ProfessorPosition Type: FacultyDepartment: LSUAM Engineering - Bert S. Turner School of Construction Management (Charles W Berryman (00001257))Work Location: 3319 Patrick F. Taylor HallPay Grade:Job Description:The Bert S Turner Department of Construction Management at Louisiana State University announces the availability of a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position to teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research, provide service, and uphold the mission of the Department, College, and University; along with contributing to the advancement of the profession starting August 2024. The candidate will have a strong commitment to teaching, research and service in the Construction Engineering and/or Construction Management areas, including but not limited to other relevant areas such as: Industrial Facilities, Power Grid, Facilities Management, Digital Infrastructure, Decision Support Systems, Artificial Intelligence for Construction, Robotics, Digital Twin, Resilient Construction and Adaptive Infrastructure, Sustainability, Construction Decarbonization, Material Science, Transportation or other cutting edge construction research areas.Responsibilities: - Teaching and Service 50%:
- This position will plan courses and teach as related to construction management and will include campus and online undergraduate or graduate classes.
- Course development and refresh as needed for campus and online courses
- Student advising, mentoring, and supervising student interns and graduate assistants
- Participates in institutional meetings and serves on department, college and/or university committees
- Participates in regular professional development and other activities to enhance the professional skills appropriate to higher education faculty
- Keep regular office hours and be available to students both in person and via email
- Maintains high standards of classroom instruction
- Stays up to date on new information and developments in the field
- Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair and/or College Dean
- Sponsored research, scholarly publications and presentations
- Collaborate with other researchers within and outside the CM department to expand disciplinary boundaries
Minimum Qualifications: - Ph.D. or equivalent required in Construction Management, Engineering or related discipline before start date. ABDs will be considered.
- Knowledge of teaching, publishing research, and attracting external funding.
Applicant Instructions:Applicants need to submit: A list of Professional References (minimum of three), Cover Letter, CV, Transcripts, Teaching Statement (two page maximum), and Research Statement (two page maximum).Department Information:The CM department has 20 faculty and 9 staff members. This growing collection of faculty and staff combines their strengths and talents to meet the teaching, research, and outreach of the Department. They are actively supported by a large construction industry base that has gifted funds for endowed chairs, professorships, scholarships, and discretionary funding. There are 1,540 students across four undergraduate degree programs (campus and online) that are studying to major, or intending to major, in construction or facilities management. In addition, we have 136 graduate students working towards a Master of Science in CM (campus and online) and 52 working towards their Doctorate in CM. The LSU CM undergraduate and master’s programs are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). The CM Department houses three federally funded centers: Industrial Assessment Center (IAC) and the Commercial Assessment Center funded by the US Department of Energy, and the Region 6’s University Transportation Center (Tran-SET) funded by the US Department of Transportation. There are over 85 active research grants and sub-grants within the CM Department totaling almost $3.5 million annually.University Information:Louisiana State University is one of the nation’s premier public land-, sea-, and space-grant institutions, and is recognized as a “Very High Research Activity (R1) institution” under the Carnegie Classification system. LSU maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence, offering Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral degrees. The University is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, its positive work environment, its student engagement, and its beautiful campus. LSU is located in Baton Rouge, the second-largest city in Louisiana, which enjoys a thriving and diverse community.Special Instructions:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu.Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s and . Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( ).HRM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.eduAdditional Job Description:Special Instructions:Posting Date: April 30, 2024Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Essential Position (Y/N):LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:LSU is designated as a agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( ).HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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