University of HoustonThe Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design at The University of Houston seeks qualified candidates for a full-time, Promotion Eligible Non-Tenure Track Instructional Assistant Professor focusing on the areas of Design and Professional Practice.
We seek candidates with a vision in a critical design practice that can be applied in a studio with intellectual curiosity, a recognized experience in design pedagogy across levels, and technical knowledge that can be translated into a curricula, program vision, teaching, and scholarship. The appointment will come with a primary focus on teaching (undergraduate and graduate architecture) and a choice of service and/or research. As a further opportunity the candidate is also invited to grow with the college in multiple potential areas.
Qualifications
Qualified candidates must hold at least one degree in Architecture. Candidates must hold a Master’s degree or Ph.D. in a design-related field, with a record of professional/critical practice, scholarship, and teaching experience.
Candidates must demonstrate superior design, a knowledge of building integration, technical representation, and strong design media skills with clarity in communication and an openness to collaboration. We seek candidates with a strong commitment to innovative teaching practices, cultural awareness, critical practice, and theoretical scholarship. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications.
Application
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Applicants should provide the following: a letter of intent responding to the outlined duties and qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a digital portfolio of no more than 20 pages with the candidate’s role or responsibility clearly indicated and contact information for three references. All materials will be submitted in combined pdf files.
Submit the application to: UH Careers – University of Houston
For further information or questions, please contact Rafael Beneytez-Duran, Associate Professor and Undergraduate Architecture Program Director, Chair for Search Committee: rbeneyte@Central.UH.EDU
Application review will begin November 6, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled. The successful applicant is expected to start in mid-August 2024.
For more information about the University of Houston Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design please visit: Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design at the University of Houston
Notes to Applicant: Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon the selection of the final candidate. All positions at the University of Houston are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution and recognizes protected classes of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, religion, age (40 and above), national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or status, and gender expression as required by federal law. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Only electronic applications will be accepted. Submit application to: UH Careers – University of Houston
For further information or questions, please contact Rafael Beneytez-Duran, Associate Professor and Undergraduate Architecture Program Director, Chair for Search Committee: rbeneyte@Central.UH.EDU
