Assistant Research Professor of Architecture

Ball State University • Muncie, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) at Ball State University has a rich history in community engaged, professionally grounded, innovative and impactful design education. The Department of Architecture at Ball State University seeks applicants for one “Design Innovation Fellow,” full-time contract faculty position available for an initial two-year term starting with the academic year 2026-27, with the possibility to be renewable for an additional year upon favorable intermediate review. The fellowship intends to support individuals committed to expanding and advancing the culture of architecture and design through creative practice or research. The primary emphasis of the position is centered on innovative research within the field of architectural design. The Department of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate Architecture programs that emphasize the education of architecture and historic preservation students through design studio, immersive and experiential learning, design computation, digital fabrication, engagement with social and environmental justice issues, and critical practice in pursuit of preparing the next generation of leaders in architecture and historic preservation. We are committed to reaffirm the values of social equity and environmental responsibility, in particular as they relate to the design of the built environment. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Architecture or related field from an accredited college or university required by date of appointment.
• Current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of excellence in contemporary design, technologies, systems, visualization and fabrication methods.
• Design research, design methodologies and scholarship.
• Ability to articulate agenda for fellowship duration.
• Potential to take on a leadership role in shaping the future discourse of design disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Develop a unique design research project and pedagogy throughout their fellowship.
• Develop and teach studios and seminars related to the candidate’s area of interest.
• Deliver a public lecture based on their design research.
• Prepare an exhibition based on their design research.
• Expand contemporary architectural discourse and practice through innovative cross-disciplinary thinking.

Benefits

• 12 paid sick days
• 10 holidays a year
• 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Affordable health and dental insurance
• Robust long-term disability and life insurance plans
• Retirement benefits
• 90 percent of child's undergraduate college tuition at Ball State
• Comprehensive medical and dental plans
• Health Savings Account (with employer contribution)
• Wellness programs
• Tuition coverage at Ball State for employee and family

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree