Assistant Professor of Construction Management at Universities of Wisconsin in Menomonie, WI

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Assistant Professor of Construction Management Job Category: Faculty Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Assistant Professor Job Duties: The Department of Operations and Management at the University of Wisconsin-Stout Polytechnic invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Construction Management position. The anticipated start date is August 23, 2027. The successful candidate will become part of an innovative and supportive community that prioritizes excellence in teaching and active student engagement. The primary role of this position will be teaching courses in content areas such as Architectural Graphics; Construction Cost Estimating; Construction Equipment and Methods; Structural Systems; Project Scheduling and Cost Control; Building Information Modeling; and project management related courses. As a polytechnic university, we emphasize experiential learning by providing students with authentic, hands-on experiences in classroom, laboratory, and industry settings. Our program, with more than 300 students, receives substantial support from alumni and major construction firms regionally and nationally. Scholarly and service activities are supported by internal and external grants, and funds are available for professional development and student research and dissemination. QUALIFICATIONS Minimum / Required Master's degree in construction management or a related field Three years of construction industry experience by employment start date Evidence of strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills Familiarity with construction management software and digital tools Highly Desired/Preferred Ph.D. in construction management or a related field by employment start date The university emphasizes teaching excellence; candidates brought to campus will be required to teach a component of a class as part of the interview process and discuss how instruction is supported by an online learning management system. RESPONSIBILITIES Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and online undergraduate courses in the Construction Management program. In addition to teaching, all UW-Stout Polytechnic faculty are expected to engage in the assessment of student learning, research, and service; contribute to a positive, collaborative environment dedicated to inclusive excellence; and provide academic advising to students. Responsibilities also include contributing to academic program assessment, accreditation, and continuous-improvement processes in collaboration with faculty and staff; demonstrating a commitment to undergraduate education; and working collaboratively with colleagues in a supportive, collegial environment. A terminal degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., etc.) is required for promotion to full professor, unless granted through a special-exception process. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION The Operations and Management (O&M) Department is housed in the College of Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Management. O&M primarily serves undergraduate majors in Management, Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Technology, Construction, and Packaging, as well as graduate majors in Training and Human Resources Development, Engineering, Risk Control and Management, and Operations and Supply Management. The department currently has 40 faculty/staff and offers more than 50 courses and 100 different sections each semester. UW-Stout Polytechnic’s Operations and Management Department is committed to creating an inclusive campus community. Candidates who have experience working collaboratively with diverse individuals and/or groups and who can contribute to fostering an inclusive environment are encouraged to identify their experience in these areas. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Complete applications received by end of day, January 5, 2027 are ensured full cons