Job Description

The Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) is seeking applicants for a Collegiate Assistant Professor with teaching and research expertise in construction safety, health, and well-being to begin Fall 2026 in Blacksburg, VA. This position is a nine-month, full-time appointment responsible for teaching, research, and service. There is an expectation to teach courses in the safety leadership major and to pursue and/or support safety-related research and innovation with scholarly outputs.

Required Qualifications

A doctoral degree in construction or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date
Demonstrated expertise in construction safety, health, and/or well-being, e.g, as demonstrated by scholarly output and/or professional practice
Documented experience with teaching and/or leading professional development workshops

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of teaching effectiveness in higher education, e.g., through teaching evaluations
Evidence of a commitment to service
Record of publications in peer-reviewed outlets
Evidence of safety-related sponsored research
Safety certifications and training, such as OSHA, CSP

Overtime Status: Exempt: Not eligible for overtime

Appointment Type: Regular

Salary Information: $105,000 - $120,000

Hours per week: 40 +; as needed

Review Date: 11/08/2025

Additional Information: The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

Virginia Tech

Blacksburg, VA, USA

"Collegiate Assistant Professor (Safety Focus)"

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