Assistant / Associate Professor

C001 New Jersey Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Jersey School of Architecture at NJIT invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor. We seek an accomplished architect and educator with a strong research agenda that integrates architectural design with emerging technologies, including building construction and sustainability.

The appointee will teach design studios, core courses, and electives while developing a research profile that strengthens the School’s position within a top technological

Qualifications

• Must have a Master’s in Architecture or a Bachelor’s in Architecture with a Master’s degree in related fields.
• Professional architectural license and/or a Ph.D. in architecture or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studios, core courses, and electives.
• Develop a research agenda that strengthens the School’s position within a leading tech university.
• Contribute to curriculum development and scholarly activity.

Skills

Teaching experience in design studios

Research in architecture & technology

Sustainability in building design

Education

Master’s in Architecture or Bachelor’s in Architecture with Master’s in related fields

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 Additional Information: 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. Employment at NJIT is subject to the provisions of New Jersey First Act which mandates new employees, who are not NJ residents, to establish primary residence in New Jersey within one year of their appointment to certain positions. The law does not apply to any individual employed at NJIT on a temporary or per semester basis as a visiting or adjunct professor, teacher, lecturer, researcher or administrator. For more information on the act please click here.

NJIT is an E-Verify employer and uses E-Verify to confirm work authorization of each new hire. When you work at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), you become part of a dynamic and innovative community dedicated to advancing education, research, and technological excellence. Recognized as New Jersey’s premier public polytechnic university, NJIT serves a diverse population of over 12,000 students across six colleges and schools, offering a forward-thinking academic environment in the heart of Newark, just minutes from New York City. At NJIT, we are committed to fostering a workplace culture rooted in inclusion, collaboration, and excellence. Employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute to meaningful work, and support a mission that shapes the future of technology, education, and research. Learn more about what we offer here!