Assistant Clinical Professor

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP); United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extensive benefits package

Negotiable start-up funding

Job summary

UM01 University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) invites applications for the position of Assistant Clinical Professor in landscape architecture. This full-time role includes teaching responsibilities of at least 16 credits annually and engagement in governance and advising. The university offers an extensive benefits package and competitive salary ranging from $85,000 to $95,000 depending on experience.

The ideal candidate will have an accredited degree in landscape architecture, relevant teaching experience, and a strong portfolio. Responsibilities also include advising students and contributing to departmental service.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional practice in landscape architecture.
• Evidence of successful prior university-level teaching.
• Ability to engage underserved and underrepresented populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach at least 16 credits of coursework per academic year.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Serve on MLA thesis committees.

Skills

Landscape architecture expertise

Teaching experience

Portfolio of professional work

Education

Accredited professional degree in landscape architecture

Terminal degree in landscape architecture (MLA)

Job description

Position Summary

The Department of Plant Science and Landscape Architecture (PSLA) invites applications for a full‑time, 9‑month professional track at the rank of Assistant Clinical Professor. The role is within the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) and Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) programs.

Qualifications

• Required: Accredited professional degree in landscape architecture or international equivalent; terminal degree in landscape architecture (MLA) or a related field.
• Preferred: Active professional license in landscape architecture; five or more years of professional practice; outstanding portfolio of professional work; evidence of successful prior university‑level teaching in environmental design; demonstrated strengths in one or more areas such as plant‑soil‑climate relationships, ecological design, habitat restoration, plant associations, biodiversity support, sustainable construction practices, material selections, site engineering, green/blue infrastructure, CADD/BIM, mixed media, AR/VR/AI/UAV data, urban design, history and theory, cultural landscapes, placemaking, foodscapes, productive and healing landscapes, landscape economy, or other emerging practice areas.

Responsibilities

• Teach at least 16 credits of coursework per academic year, typically two studios and two lecture/seminar courses.
• Participate in department, college, and university service activities and governance.
• Serve on MLA thesis committees.
• Advise undergraduate and graduate students.
• Become active in the national and local chapters of ASLA.

Salary & Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience ($85,000–$95,000). The University offers an extensive benefits package. Start‑up funding can be negotiated based on needs.

Application Requirements

• Letter of application indicating qualifications and teaching/service goals.
• One‑page teaching philosophy statement, including a reference to willingness to engage underserved and underrepresented populations.
• Complete, signed CV (no page limit).
• Portfolio, sample publications, or related work (file size ≤ 5MB).
• Unofficial copies of prior education transcripts.
• Names and contact information for at least three professional or academic references.
• A sample syllabus for one LARC curriculum course, including a typical assignment that reflects pedagogical approach, learning goals, activities, and evaluation rubric.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.