Merrimack College
Non-Tenure Track Professor of Practice and Director, Construction Management
Job Location
North Andover, MA, United States
Job Description
Who We Are:
Merrimack College’s School of Engineering and Computational Sciences is a hub of innovation and excellence in engineering and computational disciplines. We currently offer ABET-accredited civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering undergraduate programs. Furthermore, we have computer engineering, computer science, and data science programs. Our commitment to providing cutting-edge education is reflected in the new programs we launch in the coming years. In the academic year 2024-25, we introduced construction management, information technology, and information systems programs. In 2025-26, we will introduce a program in electromechanical engineering.
Our student body comprises approximately 500 undergraduate students, all receiving a rigorous education that prepares them for success in their chosen fields. In addition to our undergraduate offerings, we have graduate programs in computer science, data science, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering management, and product management. These programs are experiencing significant growth, serve around 200 graduate students, and are designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in high demand in today’s job market.
At the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all our students. Our faculty members are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and work closely with students to help them achieve their academic and professional goals. We believe in the importance of practical experience and encourage our students to engage in hands-on projects, internships, and collaborative research activities.
Our School’s mission is “Our supportive learning community produces extraordinary STEM graduates.” We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in everything we do.
What We Value:
Merrimack College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across various social and personal identities and perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including first-generation college graduates, individuals from underrepresented communities, and individuals with disabilities.
Position Overview:
The Department of Civil Engineering in the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences invites applications for a full-time, open rank, non-tenure track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice/Assistant/Associate/Full Instructional Professor positions in Construction Management and Construction Management Program Director. The appointment is expected to begin in Spring 2025 or Fall 2005. The successful candidate will be responsible for develop and teach undergraduate and possibly graduate courses.
Primary Responsibilities:
Deliver three courses (12 credits) in each academic semester.
Stay current with emerging trends and advancements in the field to ensure course content is up-to-date and aligned with industry needs.
Mentor and guide students toward academic and professional success.
Maintain regular office hours for student consultations.
Actively participate in departmental and institutional activities.
Collaborate in a collegial and professional manner to foster a supportive and positive working environment.
The Construction Management Program Director will be expected to provide overall leadership in the academic aspects of and recruiting for the program, and may be granted a course load reduction in recognition of those responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Minimum of an M.S. degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in the field of construction management.
Demonstrated, or potential for, teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
Application Materials Should Include:
Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Teaching philosophy and interests
Contact information for three professional references
Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Vaccinations and Work Location
This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.
The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Catholic and Augustinian mission and our values of diversity, equity and inclusion.
About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply Now: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=6a0a1cc7-b180-45b3-a723-1c8159d2f829&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=561248&source=CC2&lang=en_US
Location: North Andover, MA, US
Posted Date: 11/1/2024
Merrimack College’s School of Engineering and Computational Sciences is a hub of innovation and excellence in engineering and computational disciplines. We currently offer ABET-accredited civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering undergraduate programs. Furthermore, we have computer engineering, computer science, and data science programs. Our commitment to providing cutting-edge education is reflected in the new programs we launch in the coming years. In the academic year 2024-25, we introduced construction management, information technology, and information systems programs. In 2025-26, we will introduce a program in electromechanical engineering.
Our student body comprises approximately 500 undergraduate students, all receiving a rigorous education that prepares them for success in their chosen fields. In addition to our undergraduate offerings, we have graduate programs in computer science, data science, civil engineering, mechanical engineering, engineering management, and product management. These programs are experiencing significant growth, serve around 200 graduate students, and are designed to provide advanced knowledge and skills in high demand in today’s job market.
At the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences, we pride ourselves on providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all our students. Our faculty members are dedicated to excellence in teaching and research and work closely with students to help them achieve their academic and professional goals. We believe in the importance of practical experience and encourage our students to engage in hands-on projects, internships, and collaborative research activities.
Our School’s mission is “Our supportive learning community produces extraordinary STEM graduates.” We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence in everything we do.
What We Value:
Merrimack College is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Therefore, we seek candidates with a demonstrated ability to work with students across various social and personal identities and perspectives. We particularly encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including first-generation college graduates, individuals from underrepresented communities, and individuals with disabilities.
Position Overview:
The Department of Civil Engineering in the School of Engineering and Computational Sciences invites applications for a full-time, open rank, non-tenure track Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Practice/Assistant/Associate/Full Instructional Professor positions in Construction Management and Construction Management Program Director. The appointment is expected to begin in Spring 2025 or Fall 2005. The successful candidate will be responsible for develop and teach undergraduate and possibly graduate courses.
Primary Responsibilities:
Deliver three courses (12 credits) in each academic semester.
Stay current with emerging trends and advancements in the field to ensure course content is up-to-date and aligned with industry needs.
Mentor and guide students toward academic and professional success.
Maintain regular office hours for student consultations.
Actively participate in departmental and institutional activities.
Collaborate in a collegial and professional manner to foster a supportive and positive working environment.
The Construction Management Program Director will be expected to provide overall leadership in the academic aspects of and recruiting for the program, and may be granted a course load reduction in recognition of those responsibilities.
Qualifications:
Minimum of an M.S. degree in Construction Management or Civil Engineering, or a related field.
Strong background in the field of construction management.
Demonstrated, or potential for, teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and demonstrated experience working with diverse populations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders.
Application Materials Should Include:
Cover letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, our Catholic Augustinian mission, our values, and our desire to be a more diverse, equitable and inclusive institution of higher learning.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Teaching philosophy and interests
Contact information for three professional references
Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the positions are filled.
This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.
Vaccinations and Work Location
This is an on-campus position as employees are essential in order to provide a fully on-campus, residential college experience for our students and the community.
The COVID-19 vaccine and booster for which an individual may be eligible are highly recommended for students, faculty and staff. Merrimack College does not require proof of COVID vaccination for enrollment, employment or to be a guest on our campus.
Statement on Our Mission
Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building a culturally and racially diverse community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission and values and advance our work in the area of diversity, equity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups. All candidates should describe in their application previous experience related to equity, diversity, and inclusion, as well as how they will engage in fostering a culture that supports our Catholic and Augustinian mission and our values of diversity, equity and inclusion.
About Merrimack College
The only Catholic, Augustinian institution of higher education in New England, Merrimack College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with more than 4,000 undergraduate and 1,700 graduate students from 43 states and 42 countries. The College features more than 160 career-focused undergraduate, professional and graduate programs, all taught by exceptional faculty who are passionate about their subject and student success. The College has five schools: arts and sciences, engineering and computational sciences, nursing and health sciences, education and social policy and the Girard school of business. The College’s suburban 220-acre campus is just north of Boston in North Andover, Massachusetts. Merrimack is a Master’s Colleges and Universities/Larger Programs (M1) institution in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. Merrimack is one of the fastest growing educational institutions in the country and has steadily climbed up in the U.S. News & World Report’s ranking of Best Colleges, ranking 37th in the Regional Universities North category in 2025. Merrimack is a NCAA Division I athletic institution.
Merrimack College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Apply Now: https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=6a0a1cc7-b180-45b3-a723-1c8159d2f829&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=561248&source=CC2&lang=en_US
Location: North Andover, MA, US
Posted Date: 11/1/2024
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