Lecturer Civil Engineering and Construction - Georgia Southern University : Job Details

Lecturer Civil Engineering and ConstructionJob ID: 278252Location: Statesboro, GeorgiaFull/Part Time: Full TimeRegular/Temporary: About UsJoin Our Team at Georgia Southern!Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: LocationWith more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.Statesboro Campus1332 Southern DriveStatesboro, GA 30458Department InformationWithin this setting, the CEC department offers BS degrees in Civil Engineering (BSCE), Construction Engineering (BSConE), and Construction (BSCons). The BSCE and BSConE programs are accredited by ABET and the BSCons program is accredited by ACCE. The department also offers an MS degree in Civil Engineering and a PhD degree in Engineering. Delivery of the curriculum for each program emphasizes hands-on and experiential learning where students develop practical skills valued by employers. State-of-the-art equipment/instrumentation and advanced software are employed in both classroom and laboratory/field settings to prepare students to be productive technical professionals when they graduate. Job SummaryReporting to the department chair, the lecturer position requires teaching a variety of in-class and online courses in construction management, construction engineering, and civil engineering. For the residential construction focus, courses may include Introduction to Construction Management, Construction Graphics, Construction Surveying, Quantity Estimating, Construction Cost Estimating, and Construction Planning/Scheduling. For the general civil engineering and construction management focus, examples include Engineering Graphics, Civil Engineering Computation, Structural Analysis, Introduction to Construction Management, and Construction Graphics. The successful candidate is also expected to assist the chair in service activities such accreditation/assessment, student competition, student recruitment, course revision/improvement, etc. The position is an academic (10 month), tenure-track appointment. Required QualificationsEarned M.S. degree in Construction, Engineering, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Construction, Architecture, or Engineering, by July 1, 2025.Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.Preferred QualificationsEarned Ph.D. degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, or Civil Engineering.Teaching experience at a higher education institution.Professional experience in a related field (e.g., engineering design, consulting, project management, etc.). For the residential construction position, experience in the residential sector is preferred.A professional engineering license or the ability to become licensed.Proposed SalaryCommensurate with experience.This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.Required Documents to AttachA complete application consists of a cover letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a brief teaching statement including teaching philosophy; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesABILITIESConsistently exhibit engaging customer serviceAbility to support various constituencies served by the UniversityProven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific positionKNOWLEDGEAdhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student successSKILLSEffective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skillsApply Before DateOpen until filled. Screening of applications begins December 2, 2024, and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025.Contact InformationXiaoming Yang, Ph.D., P.E., Search ChairEmail: [email protected]: (912) ###-####USG Core ValuesThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at Conditions of EmploymentAll work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.Equal Employment OpportunityMore information about the institution is available through or and The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) ###-####.Other InformationThis is not a supervisory position.This position will not be required to drive.This role is not considered a position of trust.Background Check

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