Job description
Working Title: Postdoctoral Fellow in Engineering Management
Position #: F00714
Department: Engineering Instruction
Employment Status:Full time (29-40 Hrs)
Type of Employment:Faculty
# of openings:1
Location:ASU-Jonesboro
Proposed Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience
Closing:9/30/25
Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. A-State participates in E-Verify.
Position Summary:
The College of Engineering and Computer Science (CoECS) at Arkansas State University (A-State) invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow in Engineering Management. This on-campus appointment will begin no later than January 1, 2026.
The successful candidate will contribute to both research and instruction in Engineering Management, with the potential to support interdisciplinary coursework in Construction Management. This position is ideal for individuals seeking to build a career in academia through active engagement in teaching, research, and student mentorship. The hired candidate will have the opportunity to participate in university service if they desire. The new hire will be part of an outstanding CoECS team, helping the college achieve greater heights in the years to come.
Duties & Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of this position encompass two broad areas: research and teaching. The successful candidate will teach key Engineering Management courses, with the possibility of also covering some Construction Management topics. The EM program shares some courses with the CM program and may require additional content to overlap in certain areas. Candidates will be encouraged to engage in both independent and collaborative research projects with our existing faculty whenever possible. Proposal submissions to external funding agencies will be supported and encouraged as part of their research activity.
Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and a commitment to collaborating with students and faculty members. As part of the obligations, the hired candidate is also expected to mentor students, especially on research-related activities.
About Jonesboro and Northeast Arkansas:
Jonesboro is the regional hub of Northeast Arkansas for healthcare, entertainment, business, advanced manufacturing, software development, and civil engineering applications. It is the 5th largest city in Arkansas with a population of over 76,000. Our Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) is over 130,000. With a thriving downtown entertainment sector near campus to the west and the growing Hilltop area to our east, the A-State campus is situated in the heart of our hometown. More information can be found here.
Northeast Arkansas is home to a bustling industrial hub in advanced manufacturing, materials handling, food processing, air purification systems, construction engineering/construction management, software development and steel production. With significant expansion of advanced steel manufacturing in Mississippi county (about an hour from Jonesboro), the state of Arkansas is poised to be the No.1 state in the nation in steel production. In recognition of these developments, the federal government announced an award of $10 million for the purchase of industrial scale steel research equipment to be part of a Center of Advanced Materials and Manufacturing to be set up on the campus of Arkansas State University. The role of the Center will be to support the research needs of steel companies in the nation, and especially those in Arkansas. The university has also made a commitment to set up an academic Department focused on advanced materials and metallurgical academic programs and research. The press release can be found here.
About Arkansas State University:
Founded in 1909 and accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, the university has maintained its student-centered teaching tradition while achieving Carnegie R2 status as a national doctoral-granting university. Arkansas State currently offers 160-degree programs across the doctoral, specialist, master, bachelor, and associate degree levels. A-State Online is the largest provider of digitally accessible programming in the state of Arkansas. The Jonesboro campus is host to the first osteopathic medical school in Arkansas, New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State and operates the first American-style residential campus in Mexico, A-State Campus Queretaro. A second location has been launched at Qatar. Further, a new College of Veterinary Medicine has been launched by the university. Home to more than 15,726 students, including from over 50 countries, and more than 100,000 alumni, Arkansas State is the largest campus of the Arkansas State University System.
About the College:
The CoECS is on a growth trajectory with a strategic development plan, emphasizing student experience, faculty development, and strong community engagement. The college serves in excess of 1000 students across nine majors. It offers ABET-accredited B.S. degrees in Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering, as well as M.S. degrees in these fields. It offers an ATMAE-accredited program in Engineering Technology. CoECS also has a global impact, with a campus in Queretaro, Mexico (ASUCQ), as well as Qatar. Student success and research are important endeavors in college. Learn more about CoECS at A-State Engineering from the link: Engineering & Computer Science.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Broad knowledge of the courses at undergraduate and graduate levels in Engineering Management, such as Statistics, Quality Control, Engineering Economics, & Project Management, etc.
The ability to collaborate with faculty in the Engineering Management and Construction Management programs, as well as across other disciplines within the college, will be viewed very positively.
General Days/Hours:
Applicants should expect to maintain a teaching and office hours’ schedule within regular business hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00 PM.
Other:
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, and teaching statement, along with a list of three references.
A-State has a strong institutional commitment to achieving excellence and promoting diversity among its faculty, staff, and students. A-State is also committed to creating a productive workplace in which both people and property are secure. To achieve that goal, background investigations are conducted on all final applicants recommended for employment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Preference will be given to candidates with a terminal degree from an accredited institution.
- Evidence of scholarly productivity or potential for high-impact research.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have an earned doctoral degree in Engineering Management or a closely related discipline, completed by Jan 5th, 2026.
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory background check.
E-Verify Participation Notice:
https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf
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How to apply
https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf
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Arkansas State University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. Arkansas State University is also committed to creating a productive workplace in which both persons and property are secure. To achieve that goal, background investigations are conducted on all final applicants recommended for employment.
