The Kimmel School at Western Carolina University seeks nominations and applications for its tenure-track Kimmel Endowed Professor and Head of the Department of Construction Management. This appointment will be made at the rank of Full or Associate Professor.
The Kimmel Professorship in Construction Management is intended to attract a nationally recognized authority who can play a key role in setting and implementing the vision and direction of the Department.
The ideal candidate will have established a nationally recognized program of external research and industry engagement, will have a demonstrated record of administrative and leadership experience in program development, and will show a commitment to undergraduate and graduate education and to developing and strengthening collaborations across departments and colleges in the university.
Candidates must possess an earned doctorate in construction management, construction engineering, civil engineering, architecture/architectural engineering, or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution.
Candidates for this position must be able to demonstrate a strong track record of excellence in both teaching and research, as well as strong leadership skills in building education and research programs. Familiarity with ACCE accreditation is highly desirable.
Successful candidates will be expected to support the University's external engagement mission, the application of scholarship through the Boyer Model, and our quality enhancement program (QEP). Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website www.wcu.edu and read the university vision and about the QEP program.
You must apply online at http://jobs.wcu.edu. Attach: 1) a vita highlighting educational and work experience and professional activities; 2) a cover letter; 3) a list of at least three names of character references; 4) your teaching goals and philosophy; and 5) your research plans.
The anticipated start date is negotiable (January or Summer 2010).
For questions or additional information, please contact Dr. James Zhang at 828-227-2159.
Western Carolina University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Final candidates for employment are subject to a criminal background check. All new employees are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment.
Western Carolina University is a constituent institution of the University of North Carolina located in the mountains southwest of Asheville near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and approximately 150 miles north of Atlanta. The area is frequently ranked among the most desirable places in the United States to live and work.