Assistant Professor of Architecture

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick days

Holidays

Parental leave

Health & dental

Retirement benefits

Dependent tuition

Job summary

Ball State University’s Department of Architecture seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor available starting August 2027. The primary focus is design studio instruction at both undergraduate and graduate levels, complemented by lecture/seminar courses in the candidate's areas of focus.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate current and advanced design methods, and strong visual communication and representation skills, with a commitment to inclusive excellence and collaboration across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Must have Master of Architecture by time of appointment.
• Bachelor of Architecture with post-professional master’s degree in architecture or allied discipline by time of appointment.
• Preferred licensure in architecture or a PhD in architecture.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching and active scholarship (research/creative work).
• Track record in professional practice and service; design studio teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studios at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Deliver lectures/seminars in areas of focus and contemporary design processes.
• Engage in active research, publication, and professional service.
• Promote inclusive excellence and collaborative discourse across modalities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Design studio instruction

Research and publication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master of Architecture

Bachelor of Architecture + post-professional master

PhD in architecture

Job description

Position Title:Assistant Professor of ArchitectureCompensation:$70,000 - $75,000Department:ArchitectureStart Date:08/16/2027About this opportunity:Ball State University’s Department of Architecture seeks faculty candidates for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor available starting in August 2027. Major responsibilities lie mainly within the area of design studio instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels as well as lecture/seminar courses in the candidate's areas of focus. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate a record of current and advanced design methods with the ability to teach—and speak to—contemporary design processes and effective visual communication and representation strategies.Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborativediscourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access, within an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives. Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.Employer will consider sponsorship.Position will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 1, 2027. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position if filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)What you'll do and what you will bring:Position Function:Ball State University’s Department of Architecture seeks faculty candidates for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor available starting in August 2027. Major responsibilities lie mainly within the area of design studio instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels as well as lecture/seminar courses in the candidate's areas of focus. Candidates should also be able to demonstrate a record of current and advanced design methods with the ability to teach—and speak to—contemporary design processes and effective visual communication and representation strategies.The Estopinal College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) at Ball State University has a rich history in community engaged, professionally grounded, innovative, and impactful design education. The Department of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate architecture programs that emphasize the education of architecture students through design studio, engagement with social and environmental issues, immersive and experiential learning, digital fluency and design computation, high performance building design, building systems and assemblies, historic preservation, digital fabrication, and critical practice in the pursuit of preparing the next generation of leaders in architecture.Duties & Responsibilities:This position carries a standard 12-credit academic workload per semester, structured as a 9-credit teaching load (typically one studio plus a 3-credit course) and a 3-credit research allocation dedicated to active scholarship and publication.Minimum Qualifications:1. Master of Architecture degree by time of appointment OR;2. Bachelor of Architecture degree with post-professional master’s degree in architecture or allied discipline from an accredited college or university by time of appointment.Preferred Qualifications:Professional licensure in architecture OR; a PhD in architecture. Evidence of excellence in teaching within an architectural curriculum; evidence of productive scholarship (research/creative work) with an active research, grant solicitation, and publication agenda; a track record of excellence in professional practice and service; design studio teaching; excellence and experience in teaching a primary AND secondary topical area.How to apply:For inquiries, please contact:Sarah Keogh - [e-mail] following upload instructions to attach all the required supporting documents listed below. Note: Do not use the Auto fill feature for resume:Cover LetterResume/ Curriculum VitaePortfolioLicense/Certification - OptionalPosition will remain open until filled. To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 1, 2027. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position if filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)What we offer:At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.Curious about our excellent benefits package?We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.