School of Construction, Design and Project Management
Missouri State University
Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Clinical Assistant Professor, or Instructor in Construction Management
Job Summary: Missouri State University invites applications for a faculty position in its distinctive and growing Construction Management program, commencing Fall 2027. Missouri State University is a public, comprehensive institution with a strong commitment to student success, ethical leadership, cultural competence, and community engagement through its public affairs mission. We are seeking a colleague who will help strengthen and advance a collaborative, student-focused academic unit in construction and design.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and, as appropriate to the appointment, graduate construction management courses in one or more of the following areas: construction materials and methods, construction safety, senior project, or professional internship. The successful candidate will also be expected to maintain an active research or professional development agenda appropriate to their appointment, support collaboration among programs in the academic unit, and provide service to the academic unit, college, university, and profession. Additional responsibilities may include participating in curriculum development and contributing to ongoing school initiatives. Candidates appointed as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor will be expected to pursue an active scholarly agenda that includes peer-reviewed journal publications.
Assistant and Associate Professor candidates must have an earned doctorate in engineering, construction management, project management, business, technology, or another related field. Outstanding candidates at the ABD level will be considered at the Assistant Professor rank but must complete their degree within one year after hire. Assistant Professor candidates must also have relevant industry experience and relevant teaching or instructional experience. Candidates for appointment at the Associate Professor rank must also demonstrate a sustained record of effectiveness in teaching, research including scholarly publications, and service appropriate to the discipline, as well as relevant industry experience.
Clinical Assistant Professor and Instructor candidates must hold a master’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, business, technology, or another related field. Relevant teaching or instructional experience and substantial industry experience (7+ years) are required for Clinical Assistant Professor candidates, while relevant industry experience (3+ years) is required for Instructor candidates. All candidates must demonstrate strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
Review of applications will begin January 8, 2027, and will continue until the position is filled. All applicants are required to complete a Missouri State University Application for Employment and apply online at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/. Complete applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, university transcripts (official transcripts required at time of hire), and names and contact information for 3-5 professional references.
About the School: The School of Construction, Design and Project Management is uniquely housed within the College of Business and is committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. Our programs emphasize applied, experiential learning; strong industry engagement; and the integration of technical, business, design, and project management principles to prepare graduates for successful careers in high-demand professions. The school is also home to the Center for Project Innovation and Management Education (C-PRIME), which supports community engagement by attracting opportunities for project-based consulting and research, disseminating the results of faculty research, and delivering professional development courses that are relevant to industry needs.
About the University: Missouri State University is home to more than 23,000 students and offers more than 170 undergraduate and 100 graduate program options. Guided by a mission in public affairs, the University offers a progressive environment for research and economic development and is strongly committed to faculty development.
About the City: Located in the southwest corner of the state, the city of Springfield, Missouri, and the surrounding Ozarks provide numerous services and activities to meet the needs of its citizens. As the home of MSU and the ‘birthplace of Route 66’, Springfield is Missouri’s third largest city and has a metropolitan area population of over 450,000 and is within a 500-mile radius of nearly 50 percent of the U.S. population. Living in Springfield is easy. It’s a place that has everything you need - a plentiful and growing job market, great schools, world-class healthcare, and all the entertainment and cultural options of a big city, but with far less stress and an abundance of character and friendliness.
Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage application from all qualified individuals. Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense. For more information about resources and support at Missouri State University and in the community, please visit our faculty support resources website. Missouri State University recognizes the importance of supporting dual-career couples in attracting and retaining a quality workforce. Our Dual Career Assistance Program offers placement advice and assistance whenever feasible and appropriate. Please visit https://jobs.missouristate.edu for more information on benefits, Missouri State University, Springfield and the Ozarks, the Public Affairs Mission, as well as additional job postings.
For additional information contact: Richard Gebken, School Director: 417-836-5121 or richardgebken@missouristate.edu
This opening is being posted at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Clinical Assistant Professor and Instructor positions; however, only one position will be filled.
The job description and posting for the assistant professor position can be found at
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88617.
The job description and posting for the associate professor position can be found at
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88634.
The job description and posting for the clinical assistant professor position can be found at
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88618.
The job description and posting for the instructor position can be found at
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/88716.