This position is primarily engaged in teaching, research and service.
The candidate must hold a doctorate (or recognized terminal degree) from an acceptable accredited institution in the field of specialization or closely related discipline at the time of hire. Must have a developing program of scholarly research, experience in teaching or professional work of high caliber, and willingness to participate in University-related service duties at least at the departmental level. 

General Description/Primary Purpose:

The Department of Construction Management within the College of Computing, Engineering, and Construction is seeking a 9-month, tenure-track, assistant professor of Construction Management. This position will report to Dr. Dan Koo of the Department of Construction Management. Position responsibilities include but are not limited to 1) teaching graduate and undergraduate courses offered by the Department of Construction Management, 2) conducting significant research in the fields related to IT & AI computer applications, construction production and automation, construction data analytics, or other related research areas in the fields, and 3) service to the Department, College, and the University of North Florida.

Anticipated Start Date:

The position is expected to begin on August 5, 2025.

Working Hours:

Varies

Supervision Exercised:

This is not a supervisory role.

About the Department:

The University of North Florida promotes the quality and effectiveness of education and strives to maintain the highest standards of academic excellence in all phases of instruction, research/scholarship/creative activity, and service. For more information about the Department of Construction Management visit: https://www.unf.edu/ccec/construction/index.html

Required Qualifications:

The candidate must hold a Ph.D. from an accredited university in construction management or a related field or show evidence of receiving their doctorate by May 2025. The candidate must demonstrate a record of publishing and professional activities in top-tier research outlets and provide evidence of teaching experience and excellence. The candidate must also demonstrate a minimum of two years of full-time construction industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills:

Preference is given to applicants with a demonstrated record of impactful publications, externally funded research contracts & grants, professional certifications or licenses related to the construction practices, and record of academic and professional services in the field of construction management research in the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Information Technology (IT), Automation, construction data analytics.

Required Licensure:

N/A

Additional Application Materials Required:

UNF requires all applications and supporting documents be submitted online through the

Human Resources website, unf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com

In addition to completing an online application, applicants should be prepared to provide

The following required documents and information:

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names, phone numbers, and email address of three professional references

Applicants must also upload additional documents to be reviewed for this position. **Applicants who do not upload the following documents will not be considered for this position:

• Two-Page Teaching Statement
• Two-Page Research Statement

The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable,

U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying

academic credentials by the date of hire.

Job Posting Date:

Open until filled

Compensation:

Salary is commensurate with qualifications 

UNF Job Apply:

https://unf.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/unfjobs/job/Jacksonville-FL/Construction-Management-Assistant-Professor_JR100736-1

If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. John Kim at jongkim@unf.edu.

Applications received by November 29, 2024 will receive full consideration.

Equal Opportunity

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University’s policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.

Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.