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Job Description
The Department of Engineering Management & Technology (EMT) at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor Level in Construction Management. The successful candidates should have a Ph.D. in related engineering, construction management, or a closely related field from an accredited program, giving him/her the ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the commercial construction curriculum. Examples of areas of instruction are Estimating, Scheduling, Documents, Structures, BIM, MEP, etc. Individuals with prior commercial or research experience in construction are highly encouraged to apply. Applicants who are "all but dissertation" (ABD) will be considered for faculty positions at UTC; however, the degree must be awarded before January 1, 2026. Applicants should be willing to engage in a variety of instructional modalities, including online instruction, and have a commitment to undergraduate and graduate students in scholarly activities. This position also requires establishing working relationships with the local construction industry for education, training, and project activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to motivate and inspire students, are desired. The EMT Department, as part of the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS), offers an
ABET-ETAC
accredited B.S. degree in Engineering Technology Management with concentrations in Engineering Management and Construction Management, a B.A.S. degree in Mechatronics, and an M.S. degree in Engineering Management with a concentration in Construction. For additional information, please visit https://www.utc.edu/college-engineering- computer-science/programs/engineering-management-and-technology/index.php The review of applications will begin on September 15, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.
Applications should include:
a cover letter, teaching and research statements, current curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, and names, titles, and e-mail addresses for three references for confidential letters of recommendation to be requested later. Applications must be submitted electronically through the UTC Faculty Career Site. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home?a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine and Southern Living (to name a few!) for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy. Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities and a small-town feel. Our city has it all, with historic cultural institutions like the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, iconic attractions like Rock City and Ruby Falls, opportunities for epic outdoor adventures, and an eclectic contemporary art, music and food scene. Chattanooga's robust economy fosters an environment where tech start-ups thrive alongside established industries and corporations. It?s where innovation meets tradition, creating endless opportunities for growth and success. UTC embodies Chattanooga?s dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city?s most vital institutions where progressive transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), ADEA (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility at (423) 425-5824. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility at (423) 425-5760.
