The Art Department at Colgate University invites applications for a new tenure-stream position in Architectural Design, History, and Theory, at the rank of assistant professor, beginning in the fall semester 2025. M.Arch or PhD required at or shortly after the time of hire. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in architectural design as a studio practice, in addition to architectural history and theory in their area of particular interest, within an Art Department that combines art history and studio practice. We have recently created a new Architectural Studies major within the department, and the successful candidate will help us shape and grow this program. The department is especially interested in candidates whose practices and approaches to the field of architecture will attract students arriving from a variety of disciplines within a small liberal arts college context, and who will make a significant contribution to Colgate University’s stated commitments to the arts. Colgate provides generous support for faculty research, professional travel, and pedagogy.

The teaching load is five courses over two semesters annually.  Regular teaching contributions will include Introduction to Architectural Design (ARCH 271), Introduction to Architecture (ARCH 105, required of Architectural Studies majors), as well as other electives in design and history/theory of the successful candidate's own making. Responsibilities will also include senior thesis advising and advising students within the Architectural Studies major. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in campus-wide programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. An interest in contributing to Colgate’s Middle Campus initiative in arts, creativity and innovation and/or the Mind, Brain, and Behavior Institute would also be welcome.

Letter of application, C.C., portfolio of creative or scholarly work, and the names of three recommenders must be submitted through http://apply.interfolio.com/151229. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe in their cover letter how their approach to teaching might create an inclusive educational environment. Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at Colgate and at other institutions of higher education in upstate New York at https://upstate-ny.hercjobs.org/. 

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$92,300 (for ABD candidates) to $96,300 (for candidates with PhD or M.Arch in hand)

Colgate is a vibrant, leading liberal arts university of 3200 students situated in central New York state. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Art Department department can be found here. Colgate University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  

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