Syracuse University’s School of Architecture is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track position in Building Systems and Technology. The role, at the Assistant Professor level, offers an exciting opportunity for those passionate about architectural innovation, research, and education. The successful candidate will begin in the 2025–26 academic year with a competitive salary range of $85,000 to $95,000 USD.
A Role with a Focus on Building Systems and Technology
This tenure-track position requires applicants to have a professional or terminal degree in architecture or a related field. Candidates with expertise in material assemblies, structural systems, building sciences, and environmental design are especially encouraged to apply. The selected professor will play a critical role in guiding the next generation of architects, merging practice and theory within the framework of design studio instruction and beyond.
- Key areas of expertise sought:
- Material assemblies and fabrication.
- Structural systems and building sciences.
- Environmental design and systems integration.
Candidates will be expected to contribute to both required core lectures and elective courses on building systems and technologies, as well as support design studio instruction. This provides a dynamic platform for integrating innovative research and creative work with teaching responsibilities.
Commitment to Research and Inclusivity
Syracuse University is looking for a candidate who demonstrates potential for high-impact research or creative work. This could include built projects, theoretical explorations, and contributions to scholarly fields through publications, exhibitions, or external funding.
Equally important is the candidate’s ability to foster an equitable and inclusive learning environment. Syracuse University is committed to diversity, encouraging applicants from historically underrepresented groups to apply. The University also values candidates who have experience in teaching or working with diverse communities, ensuring that every student’s academic experience is inclusive and equitable.
Teaching Responsibilities and Research Integration
The role’s teaching responsibilities are broad, from leading core lectures to teaching elective courses on building systems. Additionally, the candidate will support and participate in design studio instruction, particularly focusing on how structure, construction, and material assemblies are taught at various levels.
- Teaching responsibilities:
- Required lectures on building systems and technologies.
- Design studio instruction and support.
- Elective courses aligned with the candidate’s areas of expertise.
The integration of research interests into teaching is a fundamental part of the position. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to combine their professional practice or research with curriculum development, ensuring that students receive cutting-edge knowledge and skills.
Building an International Research Profile
Beyond teaching, the selected professor will work towards establishing an internationally recognized research profile. This may include collaborations on built work, theoretical advancements, and contributions to global conversations around architecture and technology. The University encourages applicants to show how their research could translate into influential projects, scholarly publications, and industry-leading insights.
| Responsibilities | Expectations |
|---|---|
| Research | Develop an internationally recognized research profile |
| Teaching | Core lectures, design studios, and electives |
| Service | Serve the School, University, and community |
Application Process and Deadline
The application deadline for the position is November 8, 2024. Applicants are encouraged to submit their materials via Syracuse University’s online job portal before this date to receive priority consideration. The review process will begin immediately after the deadline.
Required application materials include:
- Resume/CV
- Reference list
- Portfolio of work
- Letter of intent outlining teaching philosophy, research interests, and approaches to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion.
This tenure-track position offers a rare opportunity to influence the future of architecture education while contributing to a university that values inclusivity, diversity, and cutting-edge research.
