RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Chair of the Department of Construction Management serves as its administrator. The Chair is responsible for leadership in supporting and advancing teaching, research, and service activities of the department faculty and for managing the departmental needs, including resources, budgets and personnel. The Chair reports directly to the Dean of the College of Technology and Computer Science and is the primary liaison between the department and the college. This is a 12-month position, open July 1, 2010.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Requires an earned doctorate from an appropriately accredited institution in construction management or a related discipline. Must have a record of scholarship and teaching effectiveness that merits a tenured appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Requires demonstrated success in academic administrative processes, including team-building and effective interaction with faculty, administrators, students, and the community. Prefer experience in budget management, assessment and accreditation practices, establishing relationships with industry partners, and developing a research infrastructure.

EAST CAROLINA UNIVERSITY: www.ecu.edu

East Carolina University is the third largest institution in the 16-member University of North Carolina system with an enrollment of over 27,700 students. ECU offers 104 bachelor’s degree programs, 73 master’s degree programs, 2 first-professional programs (MD, DDS), and 18 doctoral programs in eight professional colleges, the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences, the Brody School of Medicine, and the recently established School of Dentistry. ECU is located in Greenville, NC, a diverse and progressive city of approximately 80,000 that is within two hours driving distance of the Atlantic coast to the east and the Research Triangle area of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill to the west.

COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY AND COMPUTER SCIENCE: www.tecs.ecu.edu/

The College of Technology and Computer Science is home to four departments: Construction Management, Engineering, Computer Science, and Technology Systems. The College maintains excellent laboratory facilities for instruction and research. There are many opportunities for interdisciplinary research collaborations. 

DEPARTMENT OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT : www.tecs.ecu.edu/cmgt

The Department of Construction Management is comprised of 15 faculty serving approximately 650 undergraduate majors and 20 graduate majors. Faculty and students are very engaged with the professional community and the programs are supported by a strong industry advisory council. The Department’s vision is central to the University’s Strategic Directions, particularly in terms of creating a strong, sustainable economic future for the region. The undergraduate program is developing concentrations in residential, infrastructure, and commercial construction.

SALARY:

Salary is competitive and commensurate with achievement and experience.

APPLICATIONS:

Application screening begins on December 15, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, candidates must submit a candidate profile, a letter of application addressing the position description, current curriculum vita, and names and contact information of 3 – 5 references online at www.jobs.ecu.edu. Original letters of reference and transcripts will be requested if selected for an interview.  The URL to this position announcement at ECU website is:

https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1260466610541

 Any questions related to the position may be directed to Dr. Paul Kauffmann at (252) 328-9645 or kauffmannp@ecu.edu.

ECU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University that accommodates individuals with disabilities. Individuals requesting a disability accommodation should call the ECU Office of Disability Support Services at 252-328-6799 (Voice/TTY/Relay). Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment. Official transcript required upon employment.