Job Information
Michigan State University(MSU) Specialist - Teacher-Fixed Term in East Lansing, Michigan
Position Summary
The Construction Management (CM) program in the School of Planning, Design & Construction (SPDC) at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a full-time, Fixed Term Teaching Specialist, with an expected start date of August 16, 2024. This position is an academic year (9-month) appointment, with 90% teaching and 10% service. The appointment will be for at least three years, contingent on positive annual performance reviews.
The selected candidate will teach three classes per semester (six per academic year), at the undergraduate or graduate level, including two or more of following: construction methods and materials, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), building science, building information modeling (BIM), real estate development and finance, structural analysis and design, estimating, scheduling, contracts & specifications, project management, sustainable built environment, and infrastructure construction . In addition to teaching, the selected candidate will be expected to provide service to the CM program and the school, which will include supporting student activities, maintain relationship with industry, attending faculty meetings and serving on appropriate committees.
We desire to recruit candidates who will set and achieve goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in their teaching and service efforts, targeting students and industry leaders in construction management.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Masters -Construction Management or related field
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications for this position include: 1) A Master's degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering and Management, Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Real Estate, Business Administration, or a closely related field; 2) Three or more years of U.S. Construction Management experience; and 3) Strong communication skills.
Desired Qualifications
Relevant professional licensing or certifications.
Required Application Materials
All candidates for the position must apply online at . Applicants for this position should submit 1) a formal letter of interest, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching philosophy including summary of your professional experience and skills, 4) a description of how you will contribute to our diversity, equity and inclusion goals, and 5) the names and contact information for three professional references (letters are not initially required, but these individuals will be approached for letters before the final interviews).
Special Instructions
Questions regarding this position should be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Mr. Bob Aydukovic, , 517-432-1233. Contact for administrative inquiries: Ms. Mary Beth Graebert, email - , 517-353-5274.
Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. The appointment will commence August 16, 2024.
Review of Applications Begins On
12/01/2023
Website
https://www.canr.msu.edu/spdc/
Department Statement
The Construction Management program has a nationally recognized program that awards an ACCE accredited baccalaureate degree as well as master's and Ph.D. Degrees in Construction Management. The program currently has 9 full-time faculty members, an undergraduate stu