Job Description

About Murray State
Murray State blends educational opportunities found at research institutions with collaborative interactions among students, faculty and staff found at smaller universities. Students receive personalized attention from supportive faculty and staff as the University offers a 16:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Murray State University places our highest priority on student learning and excellent teaching, blending the range of educational opportunities often experienced at research institutions with the nurturing student-teacher interactions usually found at smaller universities.

Located in the West Kentucky region, Murray State University is a public, comprehensive University which offers a low cost of living, low property taxes, and a four-season climate. Murray has a friendly, small-town atmosphere with locally-owned specialty shops and restaurants, an acclaimed community theater, art guild and award-winning public schools. The area is home to Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes, a 170,000-acre National Recreation Area, which offers a wide-range of activities and amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located in close proximity to major cities and nearby access to Interstate 24, Murray is just a few hours from Nashville, St. Louis, Louisville and Memphis. Learn more about Careers at Murray State University.
About Murray State Benefits
Faculty and staff of Murray State University have access to a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement, tuition waivers, generous paid holidays, vacation, sick, and paid parental leave, as well as many other benefit offerings. Please refer to the Murray State Benefits page for more information.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Murray State is committed to attracting, developing and maintaining a high-quality faculty, staff, and student body. Murray State is an equal education and employment opportunities, Vets/Disabled employer.
Type of Employment Regular Full-Time
If Part Time, Enter Hours Per Week
Work Location Murray, KY
Employment Term Academic Year
Position Type Faculty (Non-Tenure-Track)
Department School of Engineering
Anticipated Start Date August 2025
Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities
Murray State University is seeking an Instructor or Assistant Professor for the Bachelor of Science in Construction Management and Architecture program.

Responsibilities include teaching classes in construction planning and management, construction documents, anatomy of buildings, construction scheduling, cost estimating, and other courses related to construction management. This faculty will be expected to develop and maintain construction laboratories and laboratory equipment. Serving as the faculty advisor for a very active AGC Student Organization will be required along with helping to develop professional industry partners for job and internship placement. Development and participation in student recruiting and retention activities will be required.
Minimum Education Requirements
Masters degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Building Science, Architecture, or a related field is required. A doctoral degree in Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Technology, Building Science, Architecture, or a related field is highly preferred. ABDs with a documented plan of completion by appointment date will be considered.
Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements
Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications
Experience working in the U.S. construction industry is preferred. Experience with Procore as well as estimating and scheduling software highly preferred. Additionally, U.S. teaching experience is preferred.

Note: If the successful candidate is master’s prepared, the position will be filled as a non-tenure track, instructor. If the successful candidate holds a terminal degree appropriate for the position, the position will be filled as a tenure-track, assistant professor.