Assistant Professor of Architecture (Tenure-Track)

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Assistant Professor of Architecture (Tenure-Track)

Posting Number
P0990F

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The School of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture at Auburn University invites applications for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Architecture with teaching responsibilities centered in design studio and either or both of the specialized topic areas indicated below, commencing August 2023.

APLA has a 116-year history of educating architects, interior architects, landscape architects and planners. The school contributes to the profession and to communities both locally and globally through creative work. APLA is comprised of four allied disciplines: Architecture, Interior Architecture, Environmental Design, and Landscape Architecture, and offers both Bachelor’s and Master’s degree options. The School resides in the College of Architecture, Design and Construction along with the School of Industrial and Graphic Design and the McWhorter School of Building Science.

The Architecture program seeks candidates who are interested in contributing to and extending the school’s strong tradition of teaching and learning through conceptualization, visualization, fabrication, and construction. Candidates should have a strong interest in teaching design studio and either or both of the following topic areas:

Position 1 Beginning Design
(with an emphasis on introducing both hand drawing/making and digital communication skills)

Position 2 Visual Communication and Digital Media
(with an emphasis on introducing students to visual communication and digital media workflows in design)

Responsibilities
The primary responsibilities of the appointment include teaching, research, and service. The successful candidates for these positions will be able to teach undergraduate architecture studios, lecture courses, and/or seminars/workshops. Candidates will be expected to develop and maintain an active program of scholarly and creative work within the discipline. APLA is particularly interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, research, outreach, and service. Excellent interpersonal skills are required. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must hold a PhD, Master of Architecture, Master of Science in Architecture, or a Bachelor of Architecture plus a terminal degree in a related field, at the time employment begins. The candidates selected for these positions must be able to meet eligibility requirements for work in the United States at the time of employment and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Auburn University is an EEO / VET /Disability Employer.

Desired Qualifications

Desired qualifications include: demonstrated ability to reach design studio and related courses in a professional degree program, evidence of outstanding design skills, evidence of research/creative scholarship or the ability to develop and maintain an active research/creative scholarly program, holding a professional license in Architecture, or completion of the experience requirements of the AXP program. Candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our academic community are strongly encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Required submission materials:
1) a letter of interest that identifies an area of teaching specialization and scholarly plan;
2) a curriculum vitae;
3) names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three references;
4) a print-ready portfolio containing professional, creative work and /or research, examples of prior teaching experience and sample student works.

Applicants must apply online at:
https://www.auemployment.com/postings/33385

Architecture Faculty Search
School of Architecture, Planning, and Landscape Architecture
104 Dudley Hall
Auburn University, AL 36849
Attn: Professor Il Kim, Search Committee Chair

Review of applications will begin 15 December 2022 and continue until the position is filled. If applicants have questions or need assistance in completing the application, including reasonable accommodations, please email erlankl@auburn.edu

Auburn University is understanding of sensitive to the family needs of faculty including dual-career couples. Please visit the following website for additional information:
https://www.auburn.edu/academic/provost/facultyjobs/

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date
10/26/2022

Close Date

EEO Statement

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Open Until Filled
Yes

References required for this position?
Yes

If yes, minimum number requested
3
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. Will you hold a PhD, Master of Architecture, Master of Science in Architecture, or a Bachelor of Architecture plus a terminal degree in a related field, at the time employment begins?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Advertisement/Publication
   • Website
   • Public Job Posting (auemployment.com site)
   • Academic Conference
   • Agency Referral
   • Internal Job Posting
   • Personal Referral
   • Veterans Assistance Services (Veteran Job Boards, Military Base Services, State Vet Rep, etc.)
   • Disability Assistance Services (Disability Job Boards, ABLE Network, Voc-Rehab referral, etc.)
   • Other
3. * Please enter the specifics of the option you selected above:
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   

Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Portfolio

Optional Documents

1. Teaching &/or Personal Work Portfolio (2)
2. Other