Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Landscape Architecture

Louisiana State University; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice specializing in landscape construction and design-to-build integration. The role focuses on teaching BLA and MLA technical courses, coordinating with faculty, and guiding student design projects.

The position emphasizes hands-on craft, buildable landscape design, and resilience, with opportunities to contribute to the Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio and related facilities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a professional degree in landscape architecture and a graduate degree in landscape architecture or an allied discipline.
• Candidates should have a record of excellence in research, creative work, or professional practice in landscape architecture.
• Preferred Qualifications: Professional licensure as a landscape architect.

Responsibilities

• Teach professional BLA and MLA technical courses and contribute to design studios.
• Review design projects and advise undergraduate and graduate research.
• Coordinate curricular development and collaborate with other faculty.

Skills

Landscape construction

Technical design

Design studio instruction

Teaching

Education

Professional degree in landscape architecture

Graduate degree in landscape architecture or allied discipline

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title:Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice in Landscape ArchitecturePosition Type:FacultyDepartment:LSUAM AD - School of Landscape Architecture (Kurt Culbertson (00338761))Work Location:0302 Julian T. White HallPay Grade:AcademicJob Description:The Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture (RRSLA) at Louisiana State University (LSU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice whose principal expertise is landscape construction and the combination of technical design with design intent. We seek an accomplished landscape architect, designer, educator, or allied professional who can teach the fundamentals of constructing landscapes and help students apply them to purposeful, resilient, and buildable designs.Teaching responsibilities will include professional Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) and Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) technical courses, as well as selected contributions to design studios, coordinated with other faculty. Successful candidates would be expected to teach studios and core courses, review design projects, advise undergraduate and graduate research, and contribute to curricular development.We seek candidates with teaching expertise in one or more of the following areas:Landscape construction and technical designGrading, landform, and drainageGreen infrastructure and stormwater managementRequired QualificationsCandidates must have a professional degree in landscape architecture and a graduate degree in landscape architecture or an allied discipline.Candidates should have a record of excellence in research, creative work, or professional practice in landscape architecture.Preferred QualificationsProfessional licensure as a landscape architect.ContextLSU is located in Baton Rouge, Louisiana's capital, on the Lower Mississippi River near the Atchafalaya Basin and Gulf of Mexico. Louisiana's intense rainfall, flooding, subsidence, coastal change, heat, difficult soils, wetlands, and aging infrastructure offer a distinctive laboratory for resilient design and construction. The School is part of LSU's College of Art and Design and offers BLA and MLA degrees. College resources include the Hilltop Arboretum, fabrication and woodshop facilities, digital technologies, and opportunities for cross-disciplinary collaboration, such as LSU's Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio.The School values critical thinking, iterative making, technical competence, and creative inquiry rooted in the context of the American South. Students benefit from internships, domestic and international field studies, and a strong alum network.OpportunitiesCollege resources include LSU’s Hilltop Arboretum, a fabrication lab, a woodshop, computer labs, and technology, including robots, drones, 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, and virtual reality headsets. Hilltop Arboretum is a 14-acre laboratory with native plants, a nursery, and extensive community programming. There are opportunities for interdisciplinary research and teaching through LSU’s Coastal Ecosystem Design Studio, which brings together scientists, engineers, and designers to develop nature-based solutions to storms and flooding. The school offers many opportunities for off-campus experiences for students, including internships and both domestic and international field trips. The school also maintains an extensive and loyal alumni network that generously supports the school’s academic programs and helps our graduates find internships and jobs.Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:To apply for this position, submit the following materials through the LSU portal.• Cover letter• Curriculum vitae• Teaching statement• List of at least three professional references, including name, title, phone number, and e-mailaddress, through the university’s online application portal.• Please send a digital version of your teaching and design portfolio to the chair of the searchcommittee. Copies of your transcripts may be attached to your application; however, originaltranscripts are required prior to hire.Although the positions will remain open until filled, candidates should submit their materials by December 15, 2026, for best consideration. Salary and rank are dependent on qualifications and experience. For more information, please contact Kurt Culbertson, director, at [e-mail]. For more information about LSU, the College Art & Design, or the Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture, please visit the following websites: LSU: www.lsu.edu | College: https://design.lsu.edu| School: www.landscape.lsu.edu.Skills Needed:Preferred Skills:Posting Date:October 22, 2026Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):April 20, 2027Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Essential Position (Y/N):LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.