Design Research & Computational Architecture Tenure-Track

University of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Utah's School of Architecture invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in design research and computational design. The appointment begins July 1, 2026, full time for nine months.

The candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs and help shape future curricula. We seek a scholar with depth in architectural design research at the intersection of liberal arts and computation, capable of leading studios and seminars, and integrating

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in architecture with an advanced degree focused on design research and computational design.
• Prior teaching experience at college level with documented examples.
• Demonstration of research and/or creative work with a trajectory of excellence in these areas.
• Ability to teach design studios and seminars at graduate and undergraduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studio courses and seminars across graduate and undergraduate programs.
• Integrate with studio and core courses; take a leadership role in curriculum development.
• Develop and mentor student research in design research and computation.
• Contribute to building a strong research portfolio and external funding where possible.

Skills

Design research

Computational design

Studio teaching

Design thinking

Education

Advanced degree in architecture (design research within computational design)

Bachelor's degree in architecture

Job description

The University of Utah's School of Architecture invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in design research and computational design. The appointment begins July 1, 2026, full time for nine months.

The candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate programs and help shape future curricula. We seek a scholar with depth in architectural design research at the intersection of liberal arts and computation, capable of leading studios and seminars, and integrating