Faculty Search

The University of Utah, School of Architecture invites applications for an open rank tenure-track position beginning in the fall of 2010.

Architectural History and Theory

The primary focus of this position is teaching and scholarly research activities in the area of architectural history and theory. The applicant will be expected to take a leadership role in the development of the history and theory curriculum of the school at both undergraduate and graduate levels as well as establish coursework in this area. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in architectural history/theory. Successful candidates will show a demonstrated commitment to and an established pedagogy in teaching history/theory courses and the capability to conduct scholarly research at a level that exemplifies national and international recognition.

The School of Architecture is part of the College of Architecture + Planning at the University of Utah, the flagship research and teaching university in the state. The architecture program is distinguished by excellent teaching, research, and creative work; the Western Regional Architecture Program; interdisciplinary collaboration; integration of historic preservation, sustainability, and digital technologies; the intensive Design Build Bluff program; and a commitment to international exchange. The School is dedicated to addressing the social and environmental responsibilities of architecture through community engagement and speculation into alternative forms of practice.

The University is located in the heart of Salt Lake City, which provides an active and dynamic laboratory for research and education. Positioned on the east bench of the Wasatch Mountain range, the University is inextricably connected to one of the most spectacular landscapes in the world. The Wasatch region is a unique urban community of 1.6 million people adjacent to a complex of protected natural resources. The School is actively engaged in the process of maintaining a balance between our urban system and this delicate landscape. The School invites ambitious and creative new faculty to join our efforts.

Qualified applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, a letter of application including statements of pedagogical and research/creative objectives, samples of teaching, research/scholarly work, and creative work, if applicable (not returnable), and a list of three references (with phone/fax numbers, mailing and e-mail addresses). Review of applications begins December 1, 2009. We will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

Please address questions and full applications for this position to Associate Professor Lisa C. Henry Benham, Chair Faculty Search Committee, University of Utah, College of Architecture + Planning, 375 South 1530 East Room 235, Salt Lake City, Utah 84112-0370 (phone: 801-581-8353 or email: benham@arch.utah.edu)

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer, encourages nominations and applications from all qualified individuals – including women and minorities – and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.