Assistant Professor of Construction Engineering Technology

Employment Type: Faculty - Regular

Bargaining Unit: AAUP

FTE: 1

Division: Academic Affairs

Department: Engineering Tech

College: College of Engineering

Number of Openings: 1

Requisition ID: req3014

Position Control Number (PCN): S99934

Posting Period: Open Until Filled

Position Description

The Department of Engineering Technology at The University of Toledo College of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor to join the faculty of its ABET-ETAC accredited Construction Engineering Technology program.

The ideal start date is January 2022.

 Our goal is to attract creative, world-class faculty to enrich the educational experience of our Construction Engineering Technology students.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will collaboratively develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses and laboratories, create innovative instructional materials and laboratory experiences, develop external funding for applied research and projects with industry, establish and sustain a record of scholarly achievement, contribute to program assessment and accreditation activities, advise students, and provide service to our institution and to their profession.

Successful applicants should be able to draw from relevant industrial experiences and to develop and teach a variety of Construction Engineering Technology courses in the area of Building Information Modeling (BIM), the application of computational science in building design and construction, and Internet of things (IoT) - enabled smart built environment.  

In addition, the ability and technical expertise to teach fundamental courses, such construction materials and methods, structural design, construction estimating, and scheduling or project management is desired.  

Our students and faculty are increasingly diverse. We are looking for candidates who have experience in teaching students from diverse backgrounds and who actively cultivate inclusive environments in research, teaching, and service.

Opportunities for research collaboration with other colleagues throughout the College of Engineering and University are readily available and strongly encouraged.

Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  

Questions should bedirected to the search committee chair, Dr. Luis Mata, at luis.mata@utoledo.edu 

Moreinformation about the Department of Engineering Technology at the University ofToledo College of Engineering can be found atwww.utoledo.edu/engineering/engineering-technology

 

Qualifications:

Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in Building Information Modeling (BIM), the application of computational science in design and construction, and Internet of things (IoT) - enabled smart built environment.

Applicants must have:

(1) a PhD degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction, project management or a closely aligned engineering or engineering technology field from an accredited institution,

(2) strong oral and written communication, computer and presentation skills;

(3) effective and engaging teaching;

(4) passion to conduct applied research and develop partnerships with industry, government and/or non-profit agencies.  

Evidence of three years of relevant industrial experience and a professional engineering license are preferred. 

A record of relevant professional activity and engagement with service activities at the community or national level, innovation in teaching pedagogy at the undergraduate course level, and engagement with undergraduate research projects are desired. 

Candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to engineering technology education and the role of a technology-based education within the engineering education community and industry. 

Applicants should submit (a) a cover letter indicating interest in the Construction Engineering Technology faculty position, available start date, a description of experience for qualifications listed above, (b) a detailed resume, (c) a teaching philosophy, (d) a research statement, and (e) a diversity andinclusion statement, and (f) contact information for three current references. 

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the people so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

The University of Toledo is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The University is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, dual-career professionals and covered veterans.

The University of Toledo does not discriminate in employment, educational programs, or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military or veteran status, disability, familial status, or political affiliation.

The University of Toledo provides reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require accommodation to complete this application, or for testing or interviewing, please contact the Human Resources Department at 419-530-4747 between the hours of 8:30.AM. and 5:00PM or apply online for an accommodation request.