Mississippi State University

The School of Architecture at Mississippi State University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment at the Assistant Professor rank with expertise in history and theory. The anticipated start date is Fall 2025. Candidates with emphasis areas involving social and cultural frameworks, including issues that range from historic preservation to housing or health, are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will help shape and teach the history course sequence and teach in the design studio, which provides avenues to investigate historical and social issues in architectural projects. As part of a college that includes departments of art, interior design, and building construction science, there are opportunities to collaborate with design historians to serve the minors, concentrations, and graduate certificates. The planned graduate program also holds potential for involvement in historical investigations at the graduate level.

At Mississippi State University, we recognize the complexities of the American South as we work to advance our state. Mississippi has a history that provides a rich setting for examining social, cultural, economic, and political studies and their effect on the development of the built environment. As the only accredited program in the state, the School of Architecture takes a leading role in regional discussions and studies of this context. New faculty are provided start-up packages to support research, which may be used for travel, undergraduate research assistants, and other needs.

Candidates with design studio teaching experience or interest are preferred. Professional experience and licensure in architecture or a Ph.D. are desirable but not required. The School of Architecture encourages diverse theoretical and methodological perspectives. We invite candidates who can collaborate with our faculty who share diverse viewpoints. We are seeking a good colleague who can make a positive contribution to the missions of our school and college as well as the university.

Applications must apply online at http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu. Applications include a cover letter, current resume or curriculum vitae, portfolio, and contact information for three professional references. Applications should be addressed to: Faculty Search Committee Chair, School of Architecture, Mississippi State University. Review of materials will begin on December 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.

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