Beavers Heavy Construction Fellow

College of Engineering

Faculty Position in the DIVISION of CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT

The Division of Construction Engineering and Management at Purdue University invites applications for a non-tenure track Faculty of Engineering Practice position at the rank of Associate or Full, the Beavers Heavy Construction Distinguished Fellow. Purdue University seeks to attract exceptional candidates with interests and expertise in Heavy Construction (roads, bridges, rail, dams/levees), Utilities, Buried Infrastructure, or Industrial Facility Construction. The successful candidate must hold a master’s degree in Engineering, Management, or a related discipline; a terminal degree in Engineering is preferred, professional registration is highly desirable. Preference will be given to applications demonstrating an ability to build an applied industry-related research program to facilitate exchange of best practices between industry and academia.  The successful candidate will create courses in heavy construction as well as educate and mentor students.

Purdue and the College of Engineering has a Concierge Program that provides dual career assistance and relocation services.

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including curriculum vitae, teaching and research plans, and names of three (3) references.   For information/questions regarding applications contact the Office of Academic Affairs, College of Engineering, at coeacademicaffairs@purdue.edu. For information/questions regarding the position contact: Ted Weidner, search committee chair, at tjweidne@purdue.edu  or LeAnne Williams, at lewilla@purdue.edu.  Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2019 and will continue until position is filled.  A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Purdue is an ADVANCE institution http://www.purdue.edu/advance-purdue/. Purdue University’s Division of Construction Engineering and Management is committed to advancing diversity in all areas of faculty effort, including discovery, instruction, and engagement. Candidates should address at least one of these areas in their cover letter, indicating their past experiences, current interests or activities, and/or future goals to promote a climate that values diversity and inclusion.

Greater Lafayette Indiana is home to Purdue University and is one of the fastest growing communities in the Midwest. Subaru of Indiana Automotive, Caterpillar, Corteva Agriscience, Rolls-Royce, GE Aviation, Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Wabash National, Saab Global Defense and Security Company, high tech firms and small businesses all call Greater Lafayette their home. Conveniently located between Chicago and Indianapolis, Greater Lafayette is also near several other major metropolitan cities. Visit Lafayette-West Lafayette and Greater Lafayette Commerce are resources that highlight our great community.

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.