Assistant Professor, Architecture Practice & Community

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Excellent health insurance

Tuition discounts at NSHE schools

Employee recognition programs

Wellness programming

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking an Assistant Professor-in-Residence in Professional Practice and Community Engagement within its School of Architecture. This full-time position emphasizes community engagement, mentorship, and bridging academic instruction with practice.

Ideal candidates will hold a terminal degree in Architecture and professional licensure, with a strong background in community-focused design. Benefits include a competitive salary, excellent health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional experience in architectural practice.
• Evidence of engagement in community-based, public-interest, or applied design work.
• Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students in a professional-practice context.

Responsibilities

• Support the school’s instructional, outreach, and accreditation missions through professional courses.
• Lead community-engaged design studios and initiatives.
• Cultivate industry and community partnerships for experiential learning.

Skills

Community engagement

Architectural practice

Mentorship

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Terminal degree in Architecture

Professional licensure in architecture

Job description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking an Assistant Professor-in-Residence in Professional Practice and Community Engagement within its School of Architecture. This full-time position emphasizes community engagement, mentorship, and bridging academic instruction with practice.

Ideal candidates will hold a terminal degree in Architecture and professional licensure, with a strong background in community-focused design. Benefits include a competitive salary, excellent health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.