Dr. Krishna Kisi is an Associate Professor specializing in construction safety, occupational health, labor productivity, and ergonomics in the built environment. He holds a Ph.D. in Engineering and an M.S. in Construction Management, with over a decade of experience in academia, developing innovative solutions for workplace safety, musculoskeletal disorder (MSD) prevention, and virtual reality (VR)-based safety training. He has designed and taught numerous undergraduate and graduate courses in construction safety, risk management, contracts, and integrating emerging technologies into education. Dr. Kisi has secured federal grants from the U.S. Department of Labor to enhance safety training for construction and general industry workers. His work in musculoskeletal pain (MSP) prevention, fall hazard mitigation, and ergonomic risk assessment have significantly contributed to the field. His research contributions have advanced safety education and industry practices. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (PE) in Texas and an active member of ASCE, ACI, ACCE, ASC, and CMAA, collaborating with academia and industry to strengthen workforce safety and productivity. Dr. Kisi’s work has been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Board of Regents Research Award and the Associated Schools of Construction Regional Teaching Award, underscoring his impact on safety training, curriculum development, and industry engagement.
Texas State University
San Marcos, California, USA
Engineering Technology
Regional Teaching Award
Associated Schools of Construction
Board of Regents Research Award
Connecticut's State Colleges and Universities
Outstanding Construction Management Thesis
University of Nevada Las Vegas
University Educator/Researcher
Texas State University, San Marcos, USA
01 Sep 2020 - present