Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor- Architecture

Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor- Architecture

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

FT Faculty

Job Number

FY2606040

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Smith College of Engineering & Tech

Opening Date

08/01/2026

Closing Date

9/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Philosophy

Optional Documents

Letters of Recommendation

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Announcement

The Department of Architecture Engineering Design (www.uvu.edu/aed) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Architecture to begin January 1, 2027.

The architecture faculty member develops and teaches a wide range of architectural design studio and other courses such as architectural theory, graphic communication, theory, history, and building science. The faculty member engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty member provides service at the department, college, and university levels.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The Department of Architecture & Engineering Design at Utah Valley University offers a five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree that prepares students for professional licensure and leadership in the built environment. The program is distinguished by its commitment to a 21st-century classical approach, one that treats architecture as a living tradition grounded in human-scale design, craft, sustainability, and cultural continuity while engaging contemporary technologies and professional practice. The department also offers complementary pathways, including associate degrees and certificates, that support diverse routes into the profession.

The successful candidate will join a growing, collaborative faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and community engagement. This position offers the opportunity to shape curriculum, contribute to a nationally recognized accreditation effort, and work closely with students in a studio-centered learning environment. Faculty at UVU are supported by a collegial academic culture, strong institutional commitment to teaching and research, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions. Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, UVU provides a unique platform for faculty seeking to make a meaningful impact on students and the profession.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities, including applied research, and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• NAAB or other accredited professional degree in architecture (M.Arch).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional practice experience in an architecture office, minimum of three years.

• Certificate in Classical Architecture from the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA) or a degree from a university with a focus on classical or traditional architecture.

• Experience working directly with the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).

• One or more years of successful teaching experience in higher education.

• Professional license in Architecture OR have completed the experience requirements of the AXP program and are on track to complete the 6 sections of the Architectural Registration Exam.

Documents Needed to Apply

Required:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy

Optional:

• Letter of Recommendation

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of traditional and classical architectural theory, history, and design.
• Awareness of the cultural and historical contexts that influence architectural design.
• Understanding of the NAAB accreditation process.
• Knowledge of building science and building codes.

Skills

• Strong design and architectural problem-solving skills with a proficiency in developing these in students as well.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering programs.
• Aptitude for collaboration with colleagues, industry professionals, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong program coordination skills.
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong presentation and proposal skills.

Abilities

• Ability to inspire and motivate students to excel in their studies and professional development.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret the University's core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, exceptional results).
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
• Ability to relate with students and effectively teach, train, and mentor students.
• Ability to conduct scholarship/creative works and service, and have teaching interests that align with the architecture discipline.
• Demonstrated record of research, creative, and/or professional work that demonstrates expertise in traditional design.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family's overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.

Highlights from Utah Valley University's benefits package include:

• Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
• Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university's High-Deductible Health Plan
• Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
• Dental and vision plan options
• Incentivized wellness program
• Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee's compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
• Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave

For more information about the benefits offered, visit https://www.uvu.edu/peopleandculture/benefits.

01

Do you meet the required qualifications as outlined: NAAB or other accredited professional degree in architecture (M.Arch)?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

03

Please indicate your field of study.

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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

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• 8+

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Do you have a minimum of three years of professional practice experience working in an architecture office?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have a Certificate in Classical Architecture from the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA) or a degree from a university with a focus on classical or traditional architecture?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience working directly with the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB)?

• Yes
• No

08

Do you hold a professional license in Architecture, or have you completed the experience requirements of the AXP program and are on track to complete all six sections of the Architectural Registration Exam (ARE)?

• Yes
• No

09

Do you have one or more years of successful teaching experience in higher education?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu