Title:
University Lecturer in Design Build
Department:
Hillier College of Arch & Design
Reports To:
Dean, Hillier College of Architecture & Design
Position Type:
Faculty
Position Summary:
The J. Robert and Barbara A. Hillier College ofArchitecture and Design (HCAD) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT)invites applications for two University Lecturer positions. This full-time teachingappointment is within the New Jersey School of Architecture (NJSOA) at HCAD.The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to NJIT's richtradition of design-build studios in Newark and beyond, and teaching courses onrelated topics.
Essential Functions:
The successful candidate will teach and developundergraduate and graduate courses, including all levels of architecturaldesign studios, in both our Bachelor and Master of Architecture programs. These coordinated studios use a sharedsyllabus focused on integrated design and construction. Additionally, thecandidate will teach lecture and seminar courses on topics related to thepractice of design-build, such as design, representation, construction,materials, fabrication, structure, technology, and sustainability. Candidates are expected to bring their expertise to these topics anddemonstrate a commitment to educational excellence in a public university witha diverse student body.
The successful candidate must demonstrate an interest in theproduction of designed interventions serving the public realm. In addition toaddressing NJIT's commitment to fostering an engaged community as outlined inthe university's 2030 strategic plan, NJIT Makes an Innovation Nexus,this role also supports HCAD's Newark Design Collaborative (NDC), which extendsthe talents and skills of our faculty and students to the greater Newark areaand beyond, addressing societal challenges through civic engagement andcollaboration.
Prerequisite Qualifications:
- We seek candidates with a strong focus on making in itsvarious forms, especially within a university design-build studio environment.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated integration ofmaking and teaching practices.
- A record of teaching excellence is required,supported by practical experience in leading design-build projects in bothconstruction and architectural design.
- Candidates should possess athorough understanding of all phases of the design process, drawing on theirprofessional experience and expertise in the design-build delivery methods.Experience engaging with stakeholders outside of academia, such as local community groups andnon-profit organizations, and city, county, and state agencies, is also essential.
- At the university's discretion, the education and experienceprerequisites may be exempted where the candidate can demonstrate to thesatisfaction of the university, an equivalent combination of education andexperience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Preferred Qualifications:
While we welcome all applications, preference will begiven to candidates who meet some combination of the following:
- A terminal degree in Architecture (e.g., Bachelor and/or Master of Architecture)
- At least 3 years of professional practice experience in architectural design
- Teaching experience in architectural design studios
- Architecture licensure
Bargaining Unit:
PSA
FLSA:
Exempt
Full-Time
Special Instructions toApplicants:
To apply, please access and complete the onlineapplication form at (insert link here).
Candidates should submit:
- A cover letter with a statement of interest outlining their vision and qualifications for the position
- A full curriculum vitae (CV)
- A link to a portfolio of previous teaching and project-related experience
- A teaching statement
- Contact information for three references, including name, position, email address, phone number, and your professional relationship with them.
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