Pennsylvania, USA
Tenure track assistant (or associate) professor in architecture
at University of Pennsylvania
The University of Pennsylvania is seeking a tenure track assistant (or associate) professor in architecture to join its team in Philadelphia, USA.
The department of architecture at the Weitzman School of Design is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of assistant or associate professor of architecture, with an anticipated start date of January or July 2026. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in teaching design studios, as well as demonstrated leadership potential, critical thinking skills in design, and a commitment to professional development. The ideal applicant will engage actively with contemporary issues in both teaching and research.
The position involves teaching at undergraduate, graduate, and post-professional levels, with responsibilities including design studios and seminars related to architectural design. In addition to teaching excellence, candidates should be able to identify their specific areas of expertise within design and demonstrate a robust capacity for producing professional and scholarly work, as evidenced by a portfolio of projects, exhibitions, and/or published writings.
Equally important are the applicant’s plans for future practice, research, and publication. The department seeks an individual who will contribute to both the academic community and the profession through innovative design thinking, sustained research, and meaningful contributions to the field of architecture.
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