Description

University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus

College of Architecture and Planning 

Chair and Associate Professor/Professor 

Position #00650456

The University of Colorado Denver l Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.  We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Denver College of Architecture and Planning is seeking qualified candidates at the rank of Associate or Full Professor for the position of Department Chair in Landscape Architecture with an anticipated start date of July 2019. Successful candidate should be an experienced educator familiar with landscape architecture and design practice to lead our highly regarded Department of Landscape Architecture and participate in the College’s innovative teaching and creative research. Successful candidate will be hired with tenure at the rank of Associate or Full Professor; must have a terminal degree in Landscape Architecture (MLA) or its international equivalent, and may have degrees in related fields with further experience and qualifications in their area of specialization for research and creative work. 

About the Landscape Architecture Department 

The Department of Landscape Architecture delivers a fully-accredited Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) for first professional degree students and post-professional students (those already holding a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture or Bachelor of Architecture degree). The MLA program balances theory, design and practice to support human well-being and environmental balance, offering a multitude of opportunities to engage a range of communities and professionals.  With students from diverse backgrounds and geographic areas, our collaborative and inclusive community is one of the program’s greatest assets. For more, including the program mission and LAAB reports, see MLA program.

The College of Architecture and Planning and University of Colorado Denver

In addition to the MLA, the College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) offers a BS in Architecture and professional Master’s degrees in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban and Regional Planning, Historic Preservation, and a PhD in Design and Planning. CAP also maintains several partnerships with universities in Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, and houses four research centers: the Colorado Center for Community Development, the Center of Preservation Research, the Center for Advanced Research in Traditional Architecture, and the Colorado Center for Sustainable Urbanism. For more information visit: http://cap.ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is a public research university serving more than 18,000 students. We award nearly 4,000 degrees each year, including more graduate and professional degrees than any other Colorado institution. With our solid academic reputation, award-winning faculty and renowned researchers, we offer more than 140 highly rated degree programs through 13 schools and colleges. The university receives over $400 million in research awards each year. In addition to the wide array of health-related programs and facilities offered at CU Anschutz in Aurora, Colo. a significant number of undergraduate and graduate degree programs are taught at CU Denver, our comprehensive campus in the heart of downtown Denver—one of America’s most vibrant urban centers. CU Denver is located steps from the Denver Center for Performing Arts and the LoDo District affording our students, faculty and staff access to a broad array of academic, professional, community, recreational and cultural outlets.

 As Colorado’s only public urban research university, the University of Colorado Denver educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research and creative work, and civic engagement in the city we call home.  CU Denver educates more than 15,000 undergraduate and graduate students, and with easy access to the state’s cultural, business and civic hub, our students benefit from immersive classroom and real-world experiences, supplemented by unparalleled internship and networking opportunities.  As the most diverse research university in Colorado, our campus attracts top students and offers over more than 100 highly rated degree programs through eight schools and colleges, as well as more than 30 online degree programs.  Home to over 40 research centers and institutes, CU Denver receives more than $25 million in sponsored research awards annually, allowing us to generate knowledge and create solutions to society’s most complex problems.  Read CU Denver Quick Facts here. 

Job Responsibilities

The candidate will be appointed at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor in the Department of Landscape Architecture, with commensurate teaching, research, and service responsibilities in the program and college, adjusted for administrative responsibilities.

The Chair is accountable for program leadership and management, and responsible for focusing the energies of the entire faculty of the unit to best align its mission with that of the college and university. The chair has the responsibility for providing leadership toward the achievement of the highest possible level of excellence in the department’s teaching, research/creative work, leadership, and service. The Chair is expected to articulate the goals of the department, both within and outside the department, to articulate the department's actions or requests in pursuit of these aims, and to maintain a climate that is collegial, that respects diversity, that treats faculty, staff and learners fairly and supports creativity and innovation. 

The Chair reports to the Dean and supervises all faculty in the Landscape Architecture Department and any other departmental personnel. The Chair represents the department at the college and university levels and works closely with the Dean to represent the needs and expectations of the department. The Chair is also a member of the College and University administrative team, communicates college and university goals, and guides the development of department vision in planning for the future of department programs that align with the goals and objectives developed by the College and the University. As the chief administrator for the department, the chair is the essential link between the administration and the department in representing departmental views on matters of educational policy and academic ethics. 

 The Chair is responsible for the recruitment, selection, and evaluation of department personnel including full and part-time faculty. In addition, the Chair ensures adequate faculty mentoring programs are in place and that faculty performance reviews are conducted regularly, in accordance with procedures and principles stated in the Laws of the Regents. This includes making recommendations for appointments, promotions, merit increases, and terminations of department personnel and management of promotion and tenure, post-tenure review, and faculty leaves. In addition the Chair is responsible for preparing departmental budget request and administering financial affairs of the department in accordance with dollar University rules and procedures. Additional day to day operations include manage departmental course offerings and curriculum including the submission of course schedules and assign teaching and other duties within the department. The Chair also responds to student issues and oversees student recruitment including managing the admissions process and retention efforts of current students.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates will have a terminal degree in Landscape Architecture (MLA) or equivalent, and may have additional degrees in related fields.
• Appointed at the Faculty rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Licensure (CLARB), landscape architecture design experience, and landscape architecture design accomplishments.
• Doctorate in Landscape Architecture or related field.
• Recognized excellence in higher education.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary is commensurate with skills and experience. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

The University of Colorado Denver is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

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Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line. 

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx 

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff.

The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Denver
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Sep 21, 2018
Unposting Date: Ongoing