The Department of Construction Management in the College of Built Environments at the University of Washington invites applications for a teaching faculty position at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor, with an anticipated start date of September 2027. We seek applicants who demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and service in a diverse and inclusive academic community. The successful candidate will join our faculty on a full-time basis for a nine-month academic, three-year appointment beginning September 16, 2027.
This is a non-tenure eligible position. Assistant Teaching Professors in the Department of Construction Management have an annual service period of nine months (September 16–June 15). The appointment is renewable and the position is promotable. This is a full-time position.
The base salary range for this position will be $8,000 - $10,000 per month ($72,000–$90,000 per 9-month academic year), commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. Other compensation associated with this position may include summer salary for assigned summer teaching.
The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate construction management courses aligned with the department’s curriculum, which focuses on building construction and also includes heavy civil construction; bring current North American construction practice into the classroom; incorporate information technology into instruction; and teach in a variety of formats and media, including special training and continuing education for industry practitioners. A full-time annual equivalent teaching load is thirty credits over three quarters, of which up to 20% may be assigned to service obligations. Service may include advising students, supporting student organizations and competitions, engaging with the construction industry, and serving on department and university committees.
The Department of Construction Management enrolls more than 420 students across undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs. Our offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Construction Management accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE), with an Architecture dual degree option; an in-person Master of Science in Construction Management; an online Master of Science in Construction Management offered with Civil and Environmental Engineering; a college-wide Ph.D. in the Built Environment; a minor in Construction Management; and a certificate in construction management offered in partnership with UW Continuum College. Our undergraduate program has an outstanding reputation within the industry for developing graduates ready for entry-level management positions. More information about the department can be found at http://cm.be.uw.edu/. Prospective applicants may contact Dr. Giovanni Migliaccio, Department Chair (gianciro@uw.edu), with questions about the position. Once applied, applicants may contact Dr. Yong-Woo Kim (yongkim@uw.edu), Search Committee Chair, regarding the search status.
Qualifications
Applicants for this teaching faculty position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- A Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Construction Management or a closely related built environment, engineering, or business field by the start of the appointment. A PhD (or foreign equivalent) in Construction Management or a closely related built environment, engineering, or business field by the start of the appointment is also acceptable.
- A minimum of six years of full-time experience; the required years of experience can be achieved through a mix of years working in the construction industry and teaching at the university level in construction or related programs.
Application Instructions
To ensure full consideration of your application, please submit all materials no later than January 15, 2027. Priority will be given to those applications received by December 1, 2026. Applications will only be accepted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/196158. The position will remain open until filled.
Applications should include the following materials:
- a cover letter of no more than two pages detailing your interest in the position, relevant qualifications, and experiences
- a curriculum vitae
- a statement of teaching philosophy and evidence of teaching effectiveness
Applicants should articulate how their past experiences and/or future plans in research, teaching, mentoring, patient care, and/or service promote a sense of belonging and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Please also include contact information for at least three referees who are prepared to provide letters of recommendation upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Equal Opportunity
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
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The University is committed to providing excellent benefits to our faculty. For a summary of available benefits, please see UWHR benefits information.
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