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The School of Architecture in the University of Kentucky College of Design seeks applicants for Assistant Professor in the Regular Title Series. The successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate and/or graduate level a writing-intensive history and theory lecture course in Modern and Contemporary Architecture, as well as seminars and design studios. The appointment comes with start-up support to launch a research program that produces scholarly or creative output of national and international standing, as well as an expectation of service to the school, college, university, profession, and community.

This position provides the opportunity to teach motivated students in a program committed to the history and theory of architecture, design innovation and experimentation, and building technology and fabrication. Teaching experience in modern and contemporary architecture history and theory is required. Experience with teaching writing is recommended as is experience with teaching design studio. Applicants with demonstrated passion for and innovative ideas about preparing students for the future will be prioritized. The successful candidate will also possess an enthusiastic desire to explore, define, and expand their design research agenda, as the position provides the opportunity to share research in a public lecture to college and professional partners.

Applicants should have an earned Ph.D. in Architectural History and Theory. A completed terminal degree in the field (M.Arch) is required. A B.Arch may be considered as a substitution for the terminal degree requirement; however, Provost approval is required for non-terminally degreed candidates. Application materials should demonstrate a committed interest in a knowledge of modern architectural history and theory, as well as a comprehensive understanding of current architectural practices and contemporary modes of design and production.

The selected candidate will be appointed to a full-time tenure-track position comes with a 9-month appointment in the School of Architecture and an anticipated start date of August 15, 2025. Salary is competitive and based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. A typical distribution of effort (DOE) for this position includes 6 credit hours of studio and 6 credit hours of lecture/seminar courses per semester (50-62.5% DOE), with 30-40% DOE dedicated to research efforts, and the remainder to service commitments.

The University of Kentucky provides comprehensive benefits which are fully described at https://www.uky.edu/hr/employment/working-uk/our-benefits.

As the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s sole NAAB accredited Architecture program, UK offers a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture, as well as two- and three-year Master of Architecture programs. Established in 1965, the School of Architecture today employs 30 full and part-time faculty, who teach over 300 graduate and undergraduate students. Our program has recently moved into a new College of Design building and facilities for the School of Architecture, as well as new College leadership that will leverage our school’s strengths towards an outstanding, vibrant future.

The School of Architecture has a rich academic tradition as an open-minded setting that supports diverse intellectual approaches within a rigorous architectural curriculum. Throughout its history, Kentucky’s academic environment, one which balances diversity, connectivity, and ingenuity, has attracted outstanding faculty and students, enabling many to reach the highest levels of national academic and professional achievement. On the University of Kentucky’s flagship campus in Lexington, the School strives to fulfill the University’s bold Land Grant Mission by delivering exceptional design thinking to improve our region’s built environment and the lives of its citizens.

Employment at UK comes with rewards that focus on total well-being and career development, with leadership striving to provide a strong work-life integration. The University generously contributes to employees’ retirement plans, medical coverage, and life insurance. In addition, UK offers optional benefits such as dental and vision insurance, additional retirement plans and much more. To learn more about these benefits, please visit: https://www.uky.edu/hr/

 

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, social or economic status or whether the person is a smoker or nonsmoker, as long as the person complies with University regulation concerning smoking.

Please apply directly via the UK Jobs System. A complete application must include and will be evaluated based on the following materials:

• Cover Letter - addressing your relevant qualifications and interest in this position

• Curriculum vitae

• Specific Request 1 - Portfolio of Work (teaching and research)

Please also include the names and contact information for three additional references when prompted in the application. This information will not be solicited without applicant’s consent, after achieving finalist status. Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Questions about the position should be addressed to Jeffrey Johnson, Acting Director of the School of Architecture, at Jeffrey.R.Johnson@uky.edu. For more information about the College of Design and the University of Kentucky, please visit: https://design.uky.edu/.