Assistant or Associate Professor of Community Engagement and Design

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant or Associate Professor of Community Engagement and Design, UNLV School of Architecture [R0146088]

ROLE of the POSITION

The School of Architecture at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites well qualified applicants for a nine-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Community Engagement and Design. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in building and sustaining partnerships between academia and external organizations such as private industries in architecture, landscape architecture, interior architecture and design, and their allied professions. This position aims to foster collaboration that enhances educational experiences, supports faculty research, and contributes to the economic and social development of the community through applied design.

The Successful Candidate will be expected to:

• Teach design studios and lecture/seminar courses in architecture with strong connections to landscape architecture or interior architecture and design at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Engage in scholarship that contributes to the understanding and improvement of community engagement and design in a manner conducive to an academic environment, i.e., the dissemination of completed works in high impact academic venues.
• Collaborate with students, faculty and administrative leaders to enhance the School of Architecture’s strategic goals related to community engagement and partnerships.
• Contribute to the development of funding strategies for collaborative community projects, including seeking externally funded grants and other types of financial support.
• Develop and lead initiatives that promote meaningful collaborations between the UNLV School of Architecture and industry partners across the design disciplines of architecture, landscape architecture, and interior architecture and design.
• Serve as a liaison between the School and private practice, public agencies, and non-profit and community organizations to establish mutually beneficial projects and research opportunities.
• Introduce collaborative industry partnerships into the School’s curricula, creating opportunities for experiential learning and professional development for students.
• Contribute to University, College, and School governance, including but not limited to committee assignments, curricular assessment and review, maintaining accreditation standards, and student mentorship.
• Participate in the recruitment, and mentorship of students.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE

The UNLV School of Architecture (SoA) is a dynamic and forward-thinking academic institution that offers comprehensive programs in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Architecture & Design. With a focus on innovative design education, the SoA is committed to shaping the next generation of professionals who will lead in creating sustainable, resilient, and impactful built environments.

Located in the heart of Las Vegas, the School leverages its unique desert urban context to provide students with unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning and community engagement. It is home to state-of-the-art facilities, including the high-tech DesignLink Innovation Lab, which supports interdisciplinary research and bridges connections between academia and private industry.

The School of Architecture’s faculty comprises leading educators, practitioners, and researchers who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. They are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, design excellence, and professional practice.

Through its robust curricula, strategic industry partnerships, and focus on community engagement, the UNLV School of Architecture prepares students to be leaders in the design professions, equipped to address the complex challenges of the 21st century.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The UNLV School of Architecture is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment that reflects the diversity of our student body and the broader Las Vegas community. As part of one of the most diverse universities in the United States, we celebrate a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, recognizing that this diversity enriches the educational experience and strengthens the design process. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture of respect, belonging, and opportunity, where all students, faculty, and staff are empowered to contribute, learn, and thrive as we work together to shape a more inclusive and resilient built environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a possession of an earned terminal degree in architecture from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

In addition, the successful candidate must also:

• Demonstrate well-qualified experience in community engagement or partnership development within the design professions.
• Possess a strong record of, or potential for, scholarly research and/or creative work in the field of architecture, landscape architecture, or interior architecture and design.
• Demonstrate evidence of teaching ability in the area of community engagement and design at the university level.
• Possess experience in developing and sustaining partnerships with private industry or public-sector organizations.
• Demonstrate evidence of integrating community engagement into a higher education-level academic curriculum and student learning experiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possession of an additional earned professional degree in either landscape architecture, interior architecture and design, or an allied discipline such as urban and/or regional planning.
• A record of externally funded projects, research, creative activity, or successful grant writing.
• Experience working with diverse populations and fostering an inclusive educational environment. A demonstrated commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration.

Application Details

Required submission materials include: 1.) a brief letter of interest that articulates the candidate’s qualifications and experiences as they specifically align with the position’s expectations, and required/preferred qualifications. Please also indicate if applying for the rank of Associate Professor or Assistant Professor (tenure track), 2.) a detailed curriculum vitae listing relevant qualifications and experiences, 3.) the names and contact information of at least three professional references that may be contacted at a later date, 4.) a concise portfolio of selected scholarly accomplishments, student work, and/or design practice work, 5.) a brief written “research” statement that emphasizes how the candidate’s research, and/or scholarship/creative activity fosters broad community engagement and facilitates societal impact, 6.) a teaching statement that articulates the candidate’s teaching philosophy and experiences and how they align with the expectations of this position, 7.) a written statement

that describes the candidate’s experiences and/or approaches to fostering learning, research, service, and community engagement within a diverse academic setting and/or professional/public groups.

SALARY RANGE

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

HOW TO APPLY

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on March 3, 2025, and best consideration will be gained for materials submitted prior to that date. Application materials should be addressed to Associate Professor, Phillip Zawarus Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or UNLVJobs@unlv.edu .

The appointment will commence with a desired start date of July 1, 2025. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region’s diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

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TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

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