Assistant Professor of Architecture

Description of Job Duty:

Tennessee Tech University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the School of Architecture. We seek a collaborative and committed educator dedicated to excellence in teaching, creative and/or scholarly research, and collaborative engagement in a new architecture program. The position is broadly defined, and candidates with diverse teaching and research interests are encouraged to apply. Priority areas include Foundation Design Pedagogy, Environmental Systems & Building Performance, Building and Energy Technology, Digital Representation and Fabrication, and Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will contribute to both studio and lecture instruction while developing a productive research agenda or creative practice that complements the University''s mission.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A terminal Master's degree in architecture (NAAB-accredited M.Arch or equivalent).
• Demonstrated teaching experience in architecture at the university or college level.
• Professional practice experience in architecture.
• Demonstrated knowledge and a critical understanding of design research.

Preferred Qualifications:

• An earned doctorate in Architecture or a closely related discipline.
• Professional certifications, registrations, or licenses.
• Established scholarly, creative, or professional agenda and work.
• Strong commitment to collegiality, collaboration, and shared governance.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• An understanding of NAAB accreditation processes.

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate architecture courses, including design studios and lecture/seminar courses.
• Maintain an active program of creative and/or scholarly research.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and NAAB accreditation efforts.
• Participate in service activities at school and university levels.
• Engage collaboratively with faculty, students, and external partners in an interdisciplinary academic environment.

Physical Demands:

Those typical to perform the duties listed.

Special Instructions:

Applicants will be required to electronically upload:

• Cover Letter: Explaining how your hire will enhance the School of Architecture
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy, approach to studio instruction, and commitment to student success
• Research statement describing your design research agenda and potential contributions to architectural scholarship and practice
• Portfolio including evidence of teaching, research, scholarship, and/or creative work (maximum 20 pages)
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all materials are received. Applications without all required documents are incomplete and will not be considered.

Application screening begins December 2, 2026. The search remains open until the position is filled. Email inquiries may be directed to AcademicAffairs@tntech.edu

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits Info:

Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.

Essential Functions:

• Teach undergraduate architecture courses, including design studios and lecture/seminar courses.
• Maintain an active program of creative and/or scholarly research.
• Contribute to curriculum development, program assessment, and NAAB accreditation efforts.
• Participate in service activities at school and university levels.
• Engage collaboratively with faculty, students, and external partners in an interdisciplinary academic environment.

Physical Demands:

Those typical to perform the duties listed.

Special Instructions:

Applicants will be required to electronically upload:

• Cover Letter: Explaining how your hire will enhance the School of Architecture
• Curriculum vitae (CV)
• Teaching statement describing your teaching philosophy, approach to studio instruction, and commitment to student success
• Research statement describing your design research agenda and potential contributions to architectural scholarship and practice
• Portfolio including evidence of teaching, research, scholarship, and/or creative work (maximum 20 pages)
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least three references

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that all materials are received. Applications without all required documents are incomplete and will not be considered.

Application screening begins December 2, 2026. The search remains open until the position is filled. Email inquiries may be directed to AcademicAffairs@tntech.edu

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits Info:

Benefits include the accumulation of one (1) sick leave day per month and thirteen (13) University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits. Deferred income and benefits over 12 months.