"Tenure Track Assistant Professor, Construction Management/Technology (Beginning August 2026)"

Job Summary/Basic Function

Join Our Team at Millersville University! The Department of Applied Engineering, Safety & Technology in the College of Science & Technology welcomes applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026. Responsibilities include teaching, advising students, scholarly or creative work and department and university service. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs.

About the Position

Based upon expertise of the successful applicant, primary responsibilities will include teaching lecture and/or laboratory-based courses such as: Construction Project Management, Statics & Strength of Materials, Green Buildings & Sustainable Systems, Construction I, Construction II, Engineering Visualization, Architectural Drawing, Production Materials & Processes, or introductory drafting courses. Additionally, the position requires advising students; conducting scholarly work; and providing service to the department, university, and community. All members of the faculty also have the responsibility to accept those reasonable duties assigned to them within their fields of competence. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs.

Minimum qualifications required to be considered for appointment at the rank of Associate include having an earned doctorate and a minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience (or its equivalent) and scholarship commensurate with this rank.

Required Application Materials

A complete application comprises the following: A Cover Letter summarizing how the applicant's education and experience match the required qualifications of the position. A current Curriculum Vitae. A Teaching Philosophy that includes the applicant's commitment to inclusive and equitable learning and to working with diverse populations of students. A summary (2 – 5 pages) of Scholarly and/or Creative Activity Plan outlining 3 – 5 year agenda involving undergraduate or graduate students. Copies of registrar-issued unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress (the successful candidate will be required to provide registrar-issued official transcripts from the issuing institution(s) directly to the Provost's Office by the start date). Three current letters of reference, (applicant to submit names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of individuals who will be contacted to upload current letters of reference directly to a confidential website).

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond.

Salary and Benefits

Position Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement. Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future: Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Group Life Insurance. Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options. Tuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family's. Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge. Full Benefits Summary (PDF).

Why Millersville?

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. We're known for: Strong student-faculty connections. 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs. A stunning campus and vibrant community. Outstanding job placement for graduates. With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion. We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence—creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Construction Management, Technology, Education, or related field completed by date of eligibility for reappointment to second year (ideally 12-31-26).
• Expertise in construction management/construction technology along with the ability to teach some combination of laboratory and lecture-based courses essential to sustaining the program.
• Earned technical undergraduate degree in construction technology, construction management, industrial technology, engineering technology, applied engineering, technology management, technology and engineering education, or construction-related discipline.
• Willingness and commitment to supervising, maintaining, and improving laboratory facilities.
• Willingness and commitment to teach in a laboratory-based, hands-on teaching/learning environment and teach day, weekend and evening courses as well as in a variety of formats including online as required.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficiency in the application of information technology relevant to the teaching and learning process.
• Commitment to the promotion of a safe and healthy learning and research environment.
• Commitment to the involvement in and support of student organizations.
• Commitment to work cooperatively with colleagues.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Construction Management, Technology, Education, or related field.
• Post-secondary teaching experience.
• Industrial experience in the construction field.
• Documented effectiveness in teaching or training.
• Secondary expertise in project management, computer-aided drafting & design (CADD), architecture, or materials processing.
• Experience supervising, maintaining, and improving laboratory facilities.
• Experience participating in and/or advising student clubs.
• Experience with program assessment and accreditation.
• Involvement with professional associations such as Association of Technology Management & Applied Engineering (ATMAE), Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC), etc.
• Supervision of interns and/or student teachers.

About Millersville University of Pennsylvania: Millersville University is a top-ranked university in the North, with more than 100 programs, some of which are uniquely distinctive to the region and nation. We have a strong academic history guided by industry-leading professors. Our faculty members are recognized to be fiercely passionate about their students’ overall success. Our student body is rich in diversity and is known to be enthusiastically driven towards excellence while being socially conscious. Our beautiful 250-acre campus contains classic architecture, mixed with state-of-the-art, energy-saving structures and a historic pond with two resident swans. Access to extraordinary faculty, a historical campus setting and an extremely high job-placement rating are the reasons our alumni rate us as a smart life choice.