Assistant Professor of the Practice

Prairie View A&M University; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas invites applications for an Assistant Professor of the Practice (Architecture) to teach design studios, theory, professional practice, and technical courses, and to mentor students.

A terminal degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program is required, along with five years of college teaching experience and a license with seven years of professional practice. This full-time, non-tenure-track appointment emphasizes teaching and service.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program.
• Five years of college teaching experience at undergrad or graduate level.
• Licensed Architect with seven years of professional experience.
• Ability to teach design studios, theory, professional practice, and technical courses.
• Strong written, oral, graphic, and technological communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach architecture design studios, theory, professional practice, and technical courses.
• Conduct research and service to the department and university.
• Coordinate design studios and mentor students toward professional careers.

Skills

Teaching ability

Written and verbal communication

Studio coordination

Professional practice knowledge

Graphic communication

Education

NAAB-accredited architecture degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job TitleAssistant Professor of the Practice (Architecture)AgencyPrairie View A&M UniversityDepartmentSchool Of ArchitectureProposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationPrairie View, TexasJob TypeFacultyJob DescriptionImportant Immigration information:A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate._______________________________________________________________________________This is a full-time Assistant Professor of the Practice( Non-Tenure-Track) to teach architecture design studios, theory, professional practice, and technical based courses, and mentor students.The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.Responsibilities:Teach architecture design studios, theory, professional practice, and technical based courses.Conduct research and service.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Education and Experience:Candidates must have a terminal degree in Architecture (M.ARCH or Ph.D. in Architecture) from a NAAB accredited program.Five (5) years teaching experience at the college level in the undergraduate or graduate levels of instruction.Licensed Architect with a minimum of seven (7) years of professional experience working in architectural firms.Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to teach architectural design studios at all levels, as well as theory, professional practice, and technical architecture courses.Demonstrated ability to coordinate design studios and support students in preparation for professional careers in architecture.Excellent written, oral, graphic, and technological communication skills.Proficiency in architectural, graphic, and related design software.Demonstrated experience in architectural/planning writing, publication, scholarship, exhibitions, conferences, and/or workshops.Knowledge of architecture accreditation and assessment processes.Demonstrated experience in project programming, design, and technical documentation.Demonstrated ability to effectively teach and contribute to the academic and professional development of students.Engagement with professional organizations and/or professional practice in architecture.Preferred Qualifications:Candidates with a Ph.D. in the field of Architecture.Ten (10) years of architectural practice that includes a broad portfolio of work that demonstrates the ability to bring real world experiences to the classroom and studio.Certifications in the US Green Building Council LEED program.Job Posting Close Date:Until FilledRequired Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.Resume or Curriculum VitaeCover LetterApplication Submission Guidelines:All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.Background Check Requirements:All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.