Assistant Professor in Architecture, College of Architecture, Design & Engineering, Thomas Jefferson University, East Falls Campus
About The Position
Thomas Jefferson University’s Department of Architecture and College of Architecture, Design & Engineering seek candidates for a full-time, nine-month Assistant Professor of Architecture. Two positions are available on Tenure, Teacher Scholar, or Practice-Scholar tracks. Academic track and salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates should have expertise in at least two of these areas: comprehensive design, building technology, advanced fabrication and material technologies, and design computation. The successful candidates will teach design studios, lecture courses, and seminars related to their expertise at both undergraduate and graduate levels. The department values applicants whose work and lived experiences expand intellectual diversity, elevate marginalized voices, engage the humanistic dimensions of design, and explore their intersection with architecture. The Department of Architecture emphasizes inclusive design, design excellence, social equity, and sustainability. The College combines disciplinary education with human-centered design, interdisciplinary collaboration, applied learning, research, and real-world practice. Its programs encourage students to integrate creativity, critical inquiry, emerging technologies, and systems thinking to address complex challenges.
Requirements
- Expertise in at least two of the following areas: comprehensive design, building technology, advanced fabrication and material technologies, and design computation.
- Professional degree in architecture (BArch or MArch).
- Master’s degree in architecture or a related field (MArch, MS, etc.).
- Professional licensure or a doctorate in architecture or a related field; advanced ABD candidates will be considered.
- At least two years of professional experience in architecture.
- Classroom teaching or practical experience using advanced digital software and technologies related to the discipline.
- Foreign equivalents to U.S. degrees and licensure are acceptable.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in architectural practice, research, and teaching in comprehensive design, building technology, advanced fabrication, or design computation.
- Demonstrated successful integration of building technology, advanced fabrication, and design computation within advanced architectural design studios.
- Uniquely qualified candidates without the minimum academic credentials may be considered if they hold a professional architecture license, have exceptional professional experience, and have widely recognized professional work.
Responsibilities
- Teach design studios, lecture courses, and seminars related to areas of expertise.
- Teach students at both undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Contribute to the discipline through research and/or professional practice, teaching, and service.
Benefits
- Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
- Supplemental insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Retirement plans
- Tuition assistance
- Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
- Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
