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Lecturer

Employer
University of Georgia
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States
Salary
Competitive Salary
Date posted
Dec 16, 2024
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Position Summary

The College of Environment and Design ( CED ) at the University of Georgia ( UGA ) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of full-time Lecturer. The CED seeks candidates with professional expertise within the field of Landscape Architecture to teach courses in various year levels within the program. Teaching responsibilities will include a mix of undergraduate and graduate classes in Landscape Architecture. We are particularly interested in candidates who can effectively teach design studios with projects ranging from site design to regional planning, urban design, site engineering, and construction materials and methods. For more detailed information about the curriculum and courses offered, please visit the following links: https://ced.uga.edu/programs/undergraduate/curriculum/ https://ced.uga.edu/programs/graduate/mla/curriculum/


We seek individuals with a deep passion for teaching and mentoring students who are great collaborators and are excited to engage in interdisciplinary teamwork. This non-tenure track position starts on August 1, 2025, and is an academic year appointment (9 months). The position of Lecturer is defined as a 100% teaching and service position without a research expectation. The position is annually renewable, and career advancement opportunities exist with promotions to senior and principal levels. Successful appointment as a non-tenure track Lecturer will require teaching up to 24 credit hours per academic year. Please see the UGA Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Lecturers here: https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/promotion-guidelines/

Special Instructions to Applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please provide the following:
  • A letter of interest noting your job qualifications and teaching interests.
  • Resume / CV.
  • A portfolio illustrating professional practice experience and built or designed work.
  • The names of three references with title, email address, and phone number.
  • Applicants with prior teaching experience should submit course names, semesters, and roles, along with any applicable student work and course evaluations. These may be integrated into the portfolio, if preferred.
Evaluation of candidates will commence February 3, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact Tom Jones, search committee co-chair, at tom@uga.edu.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F2254P

Working Title

Lecturer

Department

CED-Envir & Design Dean's Off

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

UGA’s College of Environment and Design ( CED ) is home to the oldest landscape architecture program in the Southeast and one of the largest BLA programs in the United States. In addition to the BLA and MLA programs, the College provides Masters of Historic Preservation, Masters of Urban Planning and Design, and PhD degrees, as well as certificates in Environmental Ethics, Cultural Landscapes, and Historic Preservation. The College’s global presence includes regular programming at UGA’s campus in Cortona, Italy, and a strong working relationship with Nanjing Forestry University and Beijing Forestry University. Learn more about the College of Environment and Design at www.ced.uga.edu .

Athens is a progressive city noted for its beautiful surroundings, great neighborhoods, rich history, and diverse intellectual, recreational, and cultural opportunities. It is consistently named one of the best college towns in the United States and is known for its music scene and college athletics ( www.visitathensga.com ).

College/Unit/Department website

www.ced.uga.edu.

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

12/16/2024

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Lecturer

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Lecturer

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

A professionally accredited MLA degree or an accredited BLA degree with a terminal degree in an allied design discipline.

Additional Requirements

Five years professional work experience under supervision of a licensed landscape architect.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
  • Teaching at the college level and a demonstrated record of professional accomplishment that includes design awards or similar recognition.
  • Landscape architecture licensure.
  • Demonstration of teaching, professional practice, and/or design expertise that is highly recognized by peers.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
  • Proficiency using the digital tools of the profession including at minimum the Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, and SketchUp.
  • Proficiency using digital tools of the profession beyond those listed as minimum, such as Civil3D, Revit, GIS, Rhino, Lumion, etc.
  • The ability to graphically convey design thoughts and ideas by hand.
Physical Demands

sitting, standing, walking

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

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Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Portfolio
  2. Media Portfolio
  3. Other Documents #1
  4. Other Documents #2
  5. Certification
  6. List of References with Contact Information
  7. Teaching Portfolio/Philosophy
  8. Research Portfolio/Philosophy


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UGA Emp Desc 1

As the birthplace of public higher education in America, the University of Georgia has inspired generations of entrepreneurs, researchers, and citizens to change the world since its founding in 1785.

The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities, is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. Its motto, “to teach, to serve, and to inquire into the nature of things,” reflects the University’s integral and unique role in the conservation and enhancement of the state’s and nation’s intellectual, cultural, and environmental heritage.

The University of Georgia shares with the other research universities of the University System of Georgia the following core characteristics:

  • a statewide responsibility and commitment to excellence and academic achievements having national and international recognition;
  • a commitment to excellence in a teaching/learning environment dedicated to serving a diverse and well-prepared student body, to promoting high levels of student achievement, and to providing appropriate academic support services;
  • a commitment to excellence in research, scholarship, and creative endeavors that are focused on organized programs to create, maintain, and apply new knowledge and theories; that promote instructional quality and effectiveness; and that enhance institutionally relevant faculty qualifications;
  • a commitment to excellence in public service, economic development, and technical assistance activities designed to address the strategic needs of the state of Georgia along with a comprehensive offering of continuing education designed to meet the needs of Georgia’s citizens in life-long learning and professional education;
  • a wide range of academic and professional programming at the baccalaureate, master’s, and doctoral levels.

With its statewide mission and core characteristics, the University of Georgia endeavors to prepare the University community and the state for full participation in the global society of the twenty-first century. Through its programs and practices, it seeks to foster the understanding of and respect for cultural differences necessary for an enlightened and educated citizenry. It further provides for cultural, ethnic, gender, and racial diversity in the faculty, staff, and student body. The University is committed to preparing the University community to appreciate the critical importance of a quality environment to an interdependent global society.

 

UGA Emp Desc 2

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