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At Roger Williams University, students are prepared to be thinkers and doers ready to solve challenging problems with innovative solutions. RWU offers 50 majors and robust offerings of graduate and professional programs across eight schools of study including Rhode Island's only law school, with campuses on the coast of Bristol and in the heart of Providence, R.I. With small classrooms and a focus on undergraduate and graduate research and community engagement, a Roger Williams education blends the strength of liberal arts and professional studies, providing all students with the depth and breadth of interdisciplinary thinking and well-rounded knowledge necessary to succeed in our interconnected, global world. RWU is committed to strengthening society through engaged scholarship so that students graduate with the ability to think critically and apply the practical skills that today's employers demand.
Roger Williams University seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse community of faculty and staff. We value diversity, equity and inclusion and respect for all races, genders, identities, and abilities. RWU is committed to creating a thriving community that encourages lifelong learning, professional development, and academic innovation. To learn more about Roger Williams University's commitment and support of diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.rwu.edu/who-we-are/diversity-equity-inclusion.
The Cummings School of Architecture offers an array of undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs, undergraduate minor and graduate certificate programs in Architecture, Art and Architectural History, Preservation Studies, Preservation Practices, Real Estate, and Urban and Regional Planning. Advisement for dual degrees, degree(s) + minor(s), and graduate degree + graduate certificates is widely available.
Job Description:
About the Cummings School of Architecture
The Cummings School was re-dedicated in 2022 following a major gift to the university from the Cummings Foundation. We are a community dedicated to excellence in Architecture, Art + Architectural History, Preservation Practices; Real Estate and Urban and Regional Planning. Undergraduate degree programs and minors are offered in the first two areas, and we deliver minors in Architecture, Art + Architectural History, Preservation Studies, and Urban Studies. Graduate programs include the Master of Architecture (NAAB Accredited), MS in Preservation Practices, and MS in Real Estate. Graduate Certificates are available for internal and external entry students in Preservation Practices, Real Estate and in Urban and Regional Planning. Dual graduate degrees are available among the graduate degree programs, and also an MS in Preservation Practices + JD from the School of Law. Each year Summer Programs include the pre-college Summer Academy in Architecture, and 1st through 5th year coursework. Faculty and coursework from the school contribute to the General Education program in several areas.
Full-time faculty distinguish our community, coursework and events through strong collegiality, interdisciplinary connections within and beyond the school, and commitment to diversity. Faculty are nationally and internationally recognized for their scholarship and practice, and in regional service. A strong and collegial academic and studio culture has developed among students over many years.
Several special study opportunities distinguish the school. Semester-long study abroad is offered each semester in Barcelona and Florence, with faculty led-programs offered in Winter. A foundation-sponsored Collaborative Revitalization + Teaching Practice initiative has been launched in recent years engaging the school, practitioners and external organizations. Student internships are supported by a unique Career Investment Program that received a 2018 ACSA / AIA Practice + Leadership Award. We are committed to advancing the professions and serving the community through numerous collaborations locally and nationally between faculty, institutions and organizations, and communities.
The School's integrative philosophy should allow successful candidates to integrate their particular areas of interest across the curriculum, and to develop significant scholarly, creative and professional work. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience.
Job Description
The School seeks outstanding individuals for two tenure-track Assistant Professor positions. Both include undergraduate and graduate instruction in design studios and coursework. Primary areas of expertise include
- Architectural Design Studios?with particular interest in candidates capable and interested in teaching across the design studio sequence from Beginning/Core, Advanced Topics and Urban, and Graduate studios
- Digital Media and Representation coursework?for required Architectural Analysis coursework, and Advanced Elective courses in digital media, fabrication and related. Areas of expertise may range from generative and parametric design and analysis, BIM, Building Performance Simulations, CIM, responsive and interactive environments, robotic fabrication and artificial intelligence, VR/AR/ER, and applications related to preservation.
- Construction Materials + Assemblies inclusive of experience with contemporary and historic building technologies and preservation
Candidates whose range of interest and experience includes additional areas of expertise are strongly encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate coursework and Architectural Design studios, advise students, participate in program development, undertake scholarly/ creative/professional work commensurate with graduate teaching in architecture, and participate in institutional and community service. Teaching loads are either one design studio and one course, or 3 courses per semester, any many courses include students pursuing our array of degree, certificate and minor programs. Outstanding candidates who may have full-time teaching experience may be considered for appointment at the Associate Professor level.
Requirements:
Design excellence is a primary criteria for appointment. Interests and capabilities in sustainable and resilient design are expected. Candidates interested in interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the school, and with scholarly and professional colleagues regionally, nationally and internationally are particularly encouraged.
Successful candidates will have completed a professional degree in Architecture (B.Arch., M.Arch, or D.Arch), teaching experience, and have a record of scholarly, professional and creative achievement. A post-professional degree and/or professional experience is expected. Professional registration in Architecture is strongly desired, and is expected to be achieved over the tenure track if not on initial appointment.
At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.
Additional Information:
Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and committed to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.
RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu
Salaries for new hires at Roger Williams University usually fall within the minimum and midpoint salary ranges.
Inquiries concerning this position should be directed to:
Dean Stephen White, AIA
Cummings School of Architecture
swhite@rwu.edu
Applicant review will commence on January 24, 2024 and continue until the search is completed. The position appointment will begin in August 2024.
Application Instructions:
Please attach
1) a letter of interest
2) curriculum vitae
3) a portfolio of selected examples of teaching, professional, scholarly and/or creative work up to 25MB file size (Please send only an electronic copy of your portfolio directly to Joann Silva, Assistant to the Dean, jsilva@rwu.edu)
4) names and contact information of at least three (3) professional references.
It will be appreciated if files submitted are labeled with: last name, first name, and (as appropriate) Letter, CV, Portfolio, and References
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