Assistant Professor, Tenure-Track, Program in Architecture, Department of Art + Architecture, University of San Francisco
About The Position
This position in the Architecture program within the Department of Art + Architecture seeks candidates with a background and/or expertise in any of the following areas: architectural design, history and theory of architecture, building technology and construction, community outreach. Candidates may also have experience with professional practice as well as project management. Experience in city and regional planning and landscape architecture is also welcome. Candidates should be able to teach undergraduate architectural design courses at all levels, from introductory to advanced. Teaching may include courses in architectural history, architectural theory, materials and methods, digital design, community engaged learning, and/or research theses. Ideal candidates should be able to connect architectural design practice to issues of political, environmental, and community justice.
Requirements
- Candidates must have a Ph.D. or terminal degree in architecture or related field (city planning, landscape architecture, urban design).
- Experience of architectural design practice, or practice in related fields is also welcomed.
- This position requires a commitment to excellence in teaching within a culturally diverse environment.
- a strong record of teaching at the university level
- evidence of scholarship
- an understanding of and commitment to supporting the mission of the University of San Francisco
Responsibilities
- teach 2-3 courses a semester, depending on unit count (2- and 4-unit courses, to a total of 18 units per academic year)
- teaching and course development
- serve as an advisor to Architecture majors and minors
- engage in service to the department and college
- maintain an active research program that engages students when possible
Benefits
- All new faculty have access to a free membership with the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity and support from the Center for Teaching Excellence and the Center for Research, Artistic and Scholarly Excellence.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
