University of Florida, Rinker School of Building Construction

Job Description

Tenure-track Asst/Assoc Prof or Tenure-track Asst Prof or Non-Tenure Lecturer
University of Florida
Rinker School of Building Construction

The University of Florida’s M.E. Rinker, Sr. School of Building Construction invites applications for two faculty positions beginning Fall 2010:

1. Tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Tenured Professor with expertise in Low/Net Zero Energy Buildings
2. Lassiter Professorship: Tenure-track Assistant Professor or Non-tenured Lecturer

Professor with expertise in Low/Net Zero Energy Buildings

Candidates for this position will have specific expertise in low and net zero energy building construction and alternative/renewable energy systems. The successful candidate will enhance the School’s internationally recognized sustainable construction program. The individual hired for this position will have a role in developing new courses related to low and net zero energy construction in both the undergraduate and graduate programs. The position will be filled as a tenure track assistant professor level with exceptional candidates considered for a tenure track associate professor or a tenured full professor.

The William G. Lassiter and Aneice R. Lassiter Professorship in Building Construction

The individual hired for this position can be hired as an assistant professor (tenure-track) or as a lecturer (non-tenure track). An individual hired on the tenure track will be expected to develop a funded research program. An individual hired as a lecturer will primarily teach and provide service to the School.

Salary and Benefits

The salary and benefits package for the positions are very competitive. In addition, the Rinker School utilizes endowment funds for enhancing faculty research and teaching programs.

Job Requirements

Applicants should have an earned doctorate in a construction-related field. Exceptionally well-qualified candidates with a Masters degree will be considered for a Lecturer position. Preferred credentials of candidates for each position include at least five years of construction industry experience and the capability of teaching university-level courses in at least two of the following areas: Construction Finance and Management; Electrical Systems; Cost Analysis; Estimating; Surveying and Facilities Management. Appropriate licensure and professional registration are expected

Information and Application Process Instructions

The University of Florida is designated as a Research University I institution. Successful faculty candidates are expected to develop funded research programs, publish in professional journals, supervise graduate student research, teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, and provide service to the University, the community, and the profession.

Applications must include a letter of interest, a resume, a 2 to 3 page statement of teaching and research interests explaining how the applicant will contribute to the program, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references. All applicants should apply at https://jobs.ufl.edu using requisition number 0803222 for the Low/Net Zero Energy position and requisition number 0803218 for the Lassiter Endowed Position. Questions can be directed to Jimmie Hinze, Ph.D., P.E. Search Committee Chair at hinze@ufl.edu. Review of applications will begin January 5, 2010 and will continue until a suitable applicant pool has been identified.

The selection process will be conducted under provisions of Florida’s “Government in Sunshine” and public record laws.

When inquiring or applying for these positions, please reference Academic Careers Online.

The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. We highly encourage applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. Further information is available at http://www.ufl.edu, and http://www.bcn.ufl.edu.

To obtain more information or to submit your resume you can contact Dr. Jimmie Hinze as shown below. If you apply for this position, please say you saw it first on www.AcademicCareers.com. Thank you.

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