Commonwealth of VA Careers
Full Professor of Practice (Means and Methods Focus)
Commonwealth of VA Careers, Blacksburg, Virginia, us, 24062
Job Description
The Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) is seeking applicants for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the Full Professor of Practice rank to begin Fall 2026 in Blacksburg, VA. This position is a nine-month, full-time appointment dedicated primarily to the teaching and service missions of the School. MLSoC brings together undergraduate engineering and non-engineering programs in Construction Engineering and Management (ABET-accredited) and Building Construction (ACCE-accredited). The successful candidate will be required to teach 3-4 courses per semester in the School of Construction, develop meaningful relationships with industry, and provide service to the School and the broader AEC industry. This position requires occasional travel to attend outreach events, conferences, and/or other professional meetings. MLSoC is dedicated to serving the community in the spirit of Ut Prosim. We seek candidates who will adopt and practice the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and opportunity, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. We actively seek a broad spectrum of candidates to join our faculty in preparing the future leaders of the construction industry. Required Qualifications
A graduate or professional degree in construction or a closely related field Documented professional experience in construction or a closely related discipline Demonstrated expertise in construction means and methods in addition to one or more of the following areas: design-build, fundamentals of construction management, and construction company management Preferred Qualifications
Certifications and/or licensure related to the applicant’s professional field (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE, RA) Demonstrated record of effective teaching in higher education, e.g., through end-of-semester teaching evaluations and/or peer reviews Engagement in academic program leadership and/or leadership of professional organizations Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Restricted $120,000 - $130,000 40 +; as needed 11/08/2025 The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sara Phillips at sara.phillips@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Myers-Lawson School of Construction (MLSoC) is seeking applicants for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the Full Professor of Practice rank to begin Fall 2026 in Blacksburg, VA. This position is a nine-month, full-time appointment dedicated primarily to the teaching and service missions of the School. MLSoC brings together undergraduate engineering and non-engineering programs in Construction Engineering and Management (ABET-accredited) and Building Construction (ACCE-accredited). The successful candidate will be required to teach 3-4 courses per semester in the School of Construction, develop meaningful relationships with industry, and provide service to the School and the broader AEC industry. This position requires occasional travel to attend outreach events, conferences, and/or other professional meetings. MLSoC is dedicated to serving the community in the spirit of Ut Prosim. We seek candidates who will adopt and practice the Virginia Tech Principles of Community, which are fundamental to our ongoing efforts to increase access and opportunity, and to create a community that nurtures learning and growth for all of its members. We actively seek a broad spectrum of candidates to join our faculty in preparing the future leaders of the construction industry. Required Qualifications
A graduate or professional degree in construction or a closely related field Documented professional experience in construction or a closely related discipline Demonstrated expertise in construction means and methods in addition to one or more of the following areas: design-build, fundamentals of construction management, and construction company management Preferred Qualifications
Certifications and/or licensure related to the applicant’s professional field (e.g., PMP, CCM, PE, RA) Demonstrated record of effective teaching in higher education, e.g., through end-of-semester teaching evaluations and/or peer reviews Engagement in academic program leadership and/or leadership of professional organizations Exempt: Not eligible for overtime Restricted $120,000 - $130,000 40 +; as needed 11/08/2025 The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check. Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, ethnicity or national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Sara Phillips at sara.phillips@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
#J-18808-Ljbffr