Assistant Teaching Professor in Construction Management

‌ Position Type: Regular ‌ About the Role: The Department of Marketing, Sports Business & Construction Management in the Haile College of Business at Northern Kentucky University invites applications for a non-tenure-track, full-time Assistant Teaching Professor, to begin Spring 2027 (Fall 2027 considered). ‌ The successful candidate will: develop course material aligned with ACCE accreditation standards teach a full undergraduate load of eight sections annually contribute to service commitments participate in construction management industry advisory board meetings attend employment/career fairs support the recruitment of students and potential future colleagues. Active involvement in the life of the College and the university – including attendance at program, department, and college meetings – and continued involvement in the construction industry outside the university are expected.

Qualifications

Preferred candidates will hold a Master’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Candidates with an undergraduate degree in Construction Management and a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) will also be considered. The candidate should have at least 10 years of direct experience in the construction industry and be able to develop course material aligned with accreditation standards and teach undergraduate courses. Teaching topics for consideration include construction management, construction safety, building codes, mechanical and electrical systems for construction, structural analysis, estimating, scheduling, land planning and development, construction layout, and heavy/civil construction.

Additional areas will be considered based on the individual’s background. OSHA certification or the demonstrated ability and willingness to obtain it is preferred, to support instruction in Construction Safety. Application Documents (Required) Letter of Interest Curriculum Vitae Contact information for three references Statement of Teaching Philosophy Minimum / Preferred Education Minimum: Master’s Degree. Preferred: Master’s Degree.

Review / Timeline Review of applicants will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Open until filled. Search Committee Chair (contact) Majed Dabdoub - [email protected] Background Check Any candidate offered this position will be required to complete a pre-employment criminal background check as mandated by state law. ‌ Work Environment & Physical Demands: Why Work at Northern Kentucky University At NKU, our work revolves around three things: opening doors, helping people finish what they start, and connecting learning to real life. Those pillars—Access, Completion, and Career & Community Engagement—aren’t just strategic-plan wallpaper.

They shape how we hire, how we serve students, and how we show up for the region. If you want your work to matter—NKU is a place where you can see your impact every day. Introduce yourself and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. About NKU Northern Kentucky University is a public, student-centered institution located just minutes from downtown Cincinnati.

Our vision is clear: to be nationally recognized as a student-ready, regionally-engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. We focus on opening doors, supporting students through graduation, and connecting learning to real opportunity in our region. NKU offers the reach of a comprehensive university with the feel of a close, collaborative campus. . Employment type: FULL_TIME