Job Information
Montana State University Construction Engineering Technology, Tenure Track in Bozeman, Montana
Position Details
Position Information
Announcement Number FAC - VA - 25023
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Craig Woolard
Department Head
craig.woolard@montana.edu
406-994-7402
Classification Title
Working Title Construction Engineering Technology, Tenure Track
Brief Position Overview
Faculty Tenure Track Yes
Faculty Rank Assistant/Associate Professor
Position Number 4A3427
Department Civil Engineering
Division College of Engineering
Appointment Type Faculty
Contract Term Academic Year
Semester
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Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type MUS
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Faculty for this position will be hired as part of an industry initiative initiated to expand the curriculum of the Construction Engineering Technology program. Full-time tenure track appointments in the Department of Civil Engineering will have primary responsibilities in teaching and industry service. Research may also be included for qualified candidates. Successful candidates will become an integral member of the Department, with duties to include teaching courses in the curriculum, contributing to program and curriculum development, conducting construction related research and participating in professional/service activities. Montana State University values all perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building a whole community, which includes people of many backgrounds. We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a University community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from all backgrounds to succeed. In support of our strategic plan, which promotes access and respect, we enthusiastically encourage members of traditionally underrepresented groups to apply.
Founded in 1893 as a Land Grant University, Montana State University ( MSU ) is composed of eight academic colleges and a graduate school and boasts a friendly, supportive faculty and campus environment. Currently, the University hosts an enrollment of over 16,000 students, including around 2,000 graduate students. MSU is designated as a Carnegie Foundation R1 university for its research activity and is one of only two universities with a very high undergraduate enrollment profile to achieve this designation. Bozeman is an extended community of about 75,000 nestled in the Rocky Mountains in southwest Montana. In addition to providing access to an extraordinary ecosystem for teaching and research programs, Bozeman is renowned for year-round recreational and cultural opportunities including access to world class ski areas, three blue-ribbon trout rivers and the Gallatin National Forest. The city boasts high quality medical facilities, a very low crime rate, many fine restaurants, acclaimed public and private schools, a symphony orchestra and choir, an annual opera, and nationally known events such as the Sweet Pea Festival of the Arts held in early August of each year. The K-12 educational system, growing reputation of Montana State University, and pristine natural environment of the area combine to make Bozeman one of America’s most desirable university towns. The Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport is served by 8 national airlines and is the busiest airport in the state.
Duties and Responsibilities
Contribute to construction engineering technology undergraduate instruction, mentoring, and advising.
Participate in professional/service/outreach activities.
Conduct research in construction related topics.
Contribute to the Department.
Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Bachelor’s and an advanced degree, in Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
Significant industry experience in the broad area of civil construction.
Evidence of excellent oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills
Experience in the development of construction industry professionals.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with industry.
Demonstrated ability to work with and engage students and colleagues from all backgrounds within and outside the Construction Engineering Technology program.
The Successful Candidate Will
The Successful Candidate will be an effective communicator who has demonstrated:
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
The ability to inspire and mentor students.
The ability to develop and teach multiple courses in heavy civil construction and contribute to the construction engineering technology program.
Effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students.
Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
To apply, submit all of the following:
Letter of application addressing the listed required and preferred qualifications (1 page).
Current resume.
Brief teaching statement.
Brief research statement.
The names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) current professional references. This information will be requested during the initial application process.
A complete application packet including all the listed items is highly encouraged. Missing materials and/or information may not be requested and may result in your application not being considered for the position.
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The Program
The Department
The College
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date August 2025
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on October 17, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples (https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/dualcareer.html) .
Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. To request an accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, PO Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; recruitment@montana.edu .
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: https://www.montana.edu/hr/recruitment-guidelines/affirmative_action_plan.html .