Assistant / Associate Professor

New Jersey Institute of Technology; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) in Newark, NJ invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty position in the New Jersey School of Architecture. The candidate will teach design studios, core courses, and electives while developing a research agenda that enhances the School’s standing within an R1 university.

Applicants must hold a Master’s in Architecture or a Bachelor’s in Architecture with a related Master’s degree, and possess a professional license and/or Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Architecture or Bachelor’s in Architecture with a Master’s degree in a related field.
• Professional architectural license and/or Ph.D. in architecture or related field.
• Preference for teaching studio and core courses such as building construction and professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studios, core courses, and electives.
• Develop a research agenda to strengthen NJIT’s position as a leading institute of technology and research university.

Skills

Teaching design studios

Core courses

Electives

Research agenda

Education

Master's in Architecture

Bachelor's in Architecture with Master's in related field

Job description

Title: Assistant / Associate Professor

Reports To: Chair

Position Summary

The New Jersey School of Architecture (NJSOA) of the J. Robert and Barbara A. Hillier College of Architecture and Design (HCAD) at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track faculty member. We seek an accomplished architect and educator with a strong research agenda that integrates architectural design with emerging technologies, including areas related to building construction and sustainability. The successful candidate will teach design studios, core courses, and electives while developing a research agenda that strengthens the School's position within an Institute of Technology and R1 research university.

Candidates must hold a Master's in Architecture or a Bachelor's in Architecture with a Master's degree in related fields, as well as a professional architectural license and/or a Ph.D. degree in architecture or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates who have teaching experience in studio and core courses, such as building construction and professional practice.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by December 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

NJSOA is one of the largest architecture schools in the United States. Our college awards degrees in architecture, urban design, interior, industrial, and digital design. HCAD is one of six colleges/schools at NJIT, a public R-1 research university. The NJIT campus is located in Newark, NJ, within the NYC/NJ metro area. NJIT strives to cultivate a diverse and inclusive campus that promotes excellence among faculty, staff, and students.

At the university's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be exempted 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.

Union: Professional Staff Association (PSA)

Range: PSA Faculty Assistant Professor

Compensation: $85,000.00 - $1,000,000.00

NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items. To learn more about the comprehensive benefits NJIT offers for this position, please visit our benefits page: https://hr.njit.edu/health-benefits.

FLSA: Exempt

Time Type: Full time

Pay Rate: Salary

As an EEO employer NJIT is committed to building a diverse and inclusive teaching, research, and working environment and strongly encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women.

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