Posting Details
Come and join the Bearkat community!
Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
Position Information
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Construction Management - 2 positions to be filled
Requisition
202600021F
Rank
Assistant Professor
FLSA status
Exempt
Hiring Salary
Commensurate with experience and education.
Position Category
Position Type
Full-Time Tenure Track
College
College of Science & Engineering Technology
Department
Dept of Engineering Technology
Open Date
02/27/2026
Quicklink
https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/46384
Refer Applicants To
Contact Name
Dr. Iftekhar Basith
Title
Committee Chair
Department of Engineering Technology
Sam Houston State University
Box 2088
Huntsville, TX 77341-2088
Contact Phone
936-294-4139
Contact Email
iib002@shsu.edu
Position Details
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job
Seventy-five percent teaching, twenty-five percent research appointment with service activities required for promotion, merit-based pay raise, and tenure. Ability to teach traditional and online courses is expected.
Desired areas of interest include construction documentation, cost estimating, scheduling, surveying, project management, construction materials, or other subjects related to residential, commercial, and industrial construction.
Educational Requirements for the Position
An earned Doctorate degree in Construction Management/Engineering/ Science/Technology, Building Construction/Science, Civil Engineering/Technology with construction emphasis, Architectural Engineering with construction emphasis, or other closely related fields. Candidates in the above fields with ABD will also be considered.
Experience Required for the Position
Excellent communication skills are required. Applicant must have a strong commitment to undergraduate education and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Other Requirements for the Position
The successful applicant will contribute to our growing undergraduate research program. The
applicant is expected to help with improving the Construction Management program including further development of lab and teaching resources, curriculum development, and application for
ABET .
Special Instructions Summary
Those interested in the position should submit all application materials through PeopleAdmin. This includes the online application, letter of interest, curriculum vita, philosophy of teaching, statement of research & goals, transcripts of all university work, and three letters of recommendation addressed to Dr. Basith.
Review of applications will begin March 16, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Supplemental Questions
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- HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
- TWC - Work in Texas
- Inside Higher Ed
- Higher Ed Jobs
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- SHSU Recruiter
- Other
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(Open Ended Question)
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Candidate Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae (Faculty)
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Statement of Research & Goals
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Teaching Evaluations
- Teaching Portfolio
