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University of Hawai'i at Manoa, College of Engineering (COE)

Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering (CECE)

Title: Assistant Professor (Construction Engineering)

Position Number: 84044

Location: Manoa Campus

Date Posted: October 11, 2023

Closing Date: Continuous; applications review begins February 9, 2024

Salary Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Tenure Track: Tenure

Monthly Type: 9 Month

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Temporary/Permanent: Permanent

Funding: General Funds

Other Conditions: To begin August 1, 2024, subject to position clearance and availability of funds. A tenure track appointment with the College of Engineering. Continuous recruitment. Review of applications will begin on 02/9/2024, and we will continue the review process until the position is filled. Applications will continue to be accepted, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The University of Hawaii at Manoa (UHM) campus is dedicated to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning, a place that is responsive to Native Hawaiians and reflective of Indigenous Hawai'i where all can learn, grow, connect, and heal from. UHM is also a designated Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation Campus Center. We take pride in our diverse, multiethnic community, and our programs consistently rank among the most diverse in the nation (https://manoa.hawaii.edu/campus-life/diversity).

The College of Engineering at the University of Hawaii is dedicated to providing a world-class education and research opportunities to those who are interested in learning in one of the world's most diverse environments. As the only engineering school in the state, our students and faculty play a vital role in shaping Hawaii's future. Our students go on to be the graduates who supply the workforce that builds Hawaii.

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Construction Engineering (CECE) seeks to hire an energetic and accomplished full-time Assistant Professor with a specialization in Construction Engineering. We seek candidates who can demonstrate current and advanced knowledge with strong abilities for undergraduate that meet ABET criteria as well as graduate teaching This appointment will begin in Fall 2024 and will be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is offered in the context of a collaborative hire between the CECE and the School of Architecture (SOA) to strengthen collaboration in areas of mutual interest in construction and construction management (refer to Position Number (position number pending) for a corresponding position in the SOA). For more information about the department and the various opportunities it offers, please visit cee.hawaii.edu

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to construction engineering (such as project planning and project management, scheduling, estimating/bidding, building systems, contract administration, construction safety, dispute resolution, productivity improvement, process simulation and related civil engineering courses including construction methods and materials. Development of construction engineering curriculum should also be done in coordination with the collaborative faculty hire in construction management in the SOA.

* Serving as chair or member of committees in charge of candidates for advanced degrees.

* Participating in curriculum development activities including the development of curricular materials and special instructional methods.

* Supervising independent study activities.

* Serving as academic advisor to students.

* Serving on departmental, college, and university committees.

* Develop an externally funded research program that leads to publication in leading scholarly journals in coordination with the collaborative faculty hire in construction management in the SOA.

* Support the recruitment, retention, and graduation of Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and other underrepresented populations in engineering.

* Participate in initiatives towards the creation of place-based/Hawaii-based curriculum to impact construction engineering knowledge.

* Participate in implementing the Native Hawaiian principles from the UH Manoa Strategic Plan.

Minimum Qualifications:

* An earned Ph.D. from a college or university of recognized standing in civil and/or construction engineering.

* At least three years of work experience in the construction industry.

* Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching excellence and mentoring at the undergraduate and graduate levels and the ability to teach students from different backgrounds with diverse life experiences and learning styles.

* Demonstrated scholarly achievement, evidenced by a track record of conducting research and publishing scholarly materials.

* Demonstrated ability to teach graduate courses in area of specialty, as well as undergraduate courses in civil and construction engineering.

* Excellent communication skills and ability to engage successfully in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment.

Desirable Qualifications:

* Five to ten years of work experience in the construction industry.

* Evidence of interaction and hands-on experience in the construction industry.

* Membership in professional associations.

* Service for professional associations.

* Ability to recruit, retain, and graduate Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander, and/or other underrepresented populations in Engineering.

* Demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

* Experience creating place-based and/or Hawai'i based curriculum.

* Willingness towards the creation of placed-based and/or Hawai'i based curriculum.

* Willingness to learn about and implement Native Hawaiian, Indigenous, and/or place-based principles into curriculum, programming, and work culture.

* Research emphasis applicable to or experience with Hawai'i and/or the Asian/Pacific region

To Apply:

Only electronic applications are accepted via NEOGOV. Review of applications will begin on 02/9/2024, and we will continue the review process until the position is filled. Applications will continue to be accepted, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Click on the "Apply" button on the top right corner of the NEOGOV screen to complete an application and attach required documents to the online application. The applicants should submit : (1) a cover letter specifying the position and the research area; (2) a statement of their research interests, activities, and plans; (3) a statement on their teaching philosophy, interests, and plan with diversity and inclusion; (4) a statement of contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion; (5) a curriculum vitae detailing research and teaching accomplishments; (6) graduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted, however, official transcripts will be required upon hire); (7) copies of 3 relevant publications; and (8) the names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers of 3 references.

For more information on the CECE Department, please visit our website at www.cee.hawaii.edu.

Inquiries:

Inquiries regarding this position may be directed to Mr. Randall Akiona, Search Committee Chair (rakiona@hawaii.edu).

EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADA

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Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

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