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Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Construction ManagementCompensation:
$70,000-$75,000Department:
Department of CMIDStart Date:
08/20/2027About this opportunity:
The Department of Construction Management and Interior Design has a full-time tenure track faculty position for the Construction Management program available August 2027. Primary responsibilities include teaching 12 credit hours per semester in the area of construction management and participating in department, college and university service tasks as needed. Employer will consider sponsorship.Employer will consider sponsorship.
What you'll do and what you will bring:
Duties and Responsibilities: The new faculty is expected to cover the following three areas and perform other related duties as assigned by the department chair. Major focus of the position includes: (1) teaching and scholarly activity; (2) growing industry partnerships, identifying and supporting other strategically aligned revenue generating initiatives; and (3) work cooperatively wit faculty and staff to foster curriculum implementation, assessment, and improvement.
Minimum Qualifications:
- An earned degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in construction management, civil engineering, architecture or other related fields conferred on or before August 20, 2027
- A record of successful teaching for a minimum of one semester or quarter, in higher education, as demonstrated by teaching evaluations, reappointment, or other means. Teaching experience may be gained concurrently with degree.
- Minimum three years relevant professional experience in construction management. Experience should be fulltime and in a professional, managerial, and/or supervisory capacity.
- Demonstrate teamwork skills as demonstrated by collaborative projects, committee services, or other means.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Significant professional experience in construction management.
- Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and other construction management related software and technologies.
- Relevant professional registration/licensure/certifications (e.g., PE, RA, LEED-AP, DBIA, etc.).
- Evidence of scholarship through publications, presentations, and successful grant proposals.
- Successful involvement with professional organization in the discipline.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
How to apply:
Please contact Search Committee Chair, Dr. Sherif Attallah, at soattallah@bsu.edu or call 765-285-5694.
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- Cover letter
- Current resume
in the application three original letters of recommendation will be requested
The position will begin on August 20, 2027.
Consideration date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by December 1, 2026, (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants).
What we offer:
At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.
Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.
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Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.
Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.
Current benefits for eligible participants may include:
- Up to $5,000 cash for relocation
- Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
- Access to the Ball State University Library
- One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
- Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
- Help desk for connecting to local resources
- Opportunity for board participation
- Six-month YMCA membership
Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.
Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Education27
- Science & Research2
- Technology & Software1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor of management jobs.
- Ph.D. or doctoral degree in management, business, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated research agenda with peer-reviewed publications or a strong pipeline
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate or graduate level
- Expertise in a recognized management subfield such as organizational behavior, strategy, or HR
- Ability to teach core management courses including organizational theory and leadership
- Experience with or potential for external grant funding and scholarly service
Tips for Your Assistant Professor of Management Job Search
Align your research agenda to the posting
Committees read cover letters looking for fit between your research stream and their department's needs. Name the specific faculty members whose work complements yours and explain how your agenda fills a gap in their current portfolio.
Tailor your teaching portfolio for each school
A research-intensive R1 wants evidence of doctoral mentoring and grant activity, while a teaching-focused school wants syllabi and student evaluations. Swap the emphasis in your dossier before you submit so reviewers see the right version of you.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Target postings that match your methods
Management departments often signal whether they favor quantitative, qualitative, or mixed-methods research in the job description. Applying to postings that match your methodological training improves your chances of clearing the initial faculty committee screen.
Prepare a job talk for a broad faculty audience
Your job talk will include accounting, marketing, and operations colleagues who don't share your subfield. Open with the managerial problem your research solves, not the theoretical gap, and keep jargon to the final ten minutes.
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Data collection, conference travel, and research assistance are rarely included automatically. Ask for a specific startup package in writing once an offer is made, since most departments have flexibility here and rarely volunteer it unprompted.
Assistant Professor of Management Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professor of managements?
The most active employers for assistant professor of managements right now are University of Alabama, Kennesaw State University, and DeVry University, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Business school hiring tends to cluster around the academic job market cycle, with most postings appearing from late summer through early winter.
How many assistant professor of management jobs are remote?
About 48% of assistant professor of management openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most remote-eligible positions concentrated in online program delivery roles or visiting appointments rather than traditional tenure-track lines. Research and teaching responsibilities tied to on-campus students keep the majority of positions place-based.
How do you become a assistant professor of management?
You typically need to complete a doctoral program in management, business administration, or a closely related discipline, build a peer-reviewed publication record during your doctoral studies, present your research at academic conferences to develop visibility, go on the academic job market in your final year, and secure a position through a faculty search process that includes a campus visit and job talk.
How do you get hired as a assistant professor of management with little experience?
Candidates early in their careers can strengthen their applications by publishing at least one peer-reviewed article before going on the market, developing a clear and defensible research agenda, accumulating teaching experience as a primary instructor rather than only a teaching assistant, and applying to a broad mix of institution types including smaller teaching-focused colleges that place higher weight on instructional potential than publication volume.
What does the assistant professor of management interview process look like?
The process typically starts with an initial screening call with the search committee, followed by a request for your complete application dossier including research and teaching statements. Finalists are invited for a campus visit that includes a job talk presenting original research, meetings with faculty and the department chair, a teaching demonstration, and a session with doctoral students before the committee deliberates and extends an offer.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor of management jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor of management jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from universities and business schools across the United States. Find roles that match your research focus and institution preferences and apply directly to each listing.
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