Faculty - Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor- Architecture

Utah-Valley-University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Valley University’s Department of Architecture & Engineering Design invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Architecture beginning January 1, 2027. The department emphasizes teaching, student mentoring, and community engagement in a studio-centered environment.

The successful candidate will teach design studios, theory, and related courses, pursue scholarly activities, and participate in accreditation efforts and service to UVU and the profession.

Qualifications

• NAAB-accredited professional degree in architecture (M.Arch preferred).
• Three+ years of professional practice in architecture.
• Experience with classical or traditional architecture desirable.
• Experience teaching in higher education is a plus.
• License or AXP progress toward licensure is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach a range of architectural design studio and theory courses.
• Develop curriculum, mentor students, and engage in scholarly activities.
• Contribute to accreditation processes and department service.
• Collaborate with colleagues, industry partners, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Architectural design

Revit

AutoCAD

Adobe Creative Suite

Collaboration

Time management

Program coordination

Communication

Education

Professional degree in Architecture (NAAB-accredited or equivalent)

Tools

Rendering software

Job description

The Department of Architecture Engineering Design (www.uvu.edu/aed) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Architecture to begin January 1, 2027.

The architecture faculty member develops and teaches a wide range of architectural design studio and other courses such as architectural theory, graphic communication, theory, history, and building science. The faculty member engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the mission of the university, department, and profession. In addition, the faculty member provides service at the department, college, and university levels.

Utah Valley University places a strong emphasis on teaching. Faculty members are expected to develop a learning environment and activities that help students achieve their learning objectives. UVU encourages applicants with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and expertise to apply.

The Department of Architecture & Engineering Design at Utah Valley University offers a five-year Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) degree that prepares students for professional licensure and leadership in the built environment. The program is distinguished by its commitment to a 21st-century classical approach, one that treats architecture as a living tradition grounded in human-scale design, craft, sustainability, and cultural continuity while engaging contemporary technologies and professional practice. The department also offers complementary pathways, including associate degrees and certificates, that support diverse routes into the profession.

The successful candidate will join a growing, collaborative faculty dedicated to excellence in teaching, mentoring, and community engagement. This position offers the opportunity to shape curriculum, contribute to a nationally recognized accreditation effort, and work closely with students in a studio-centered learning environment. Faculty at UVU are supported by a collegial academic culture, strong institutional commitment to teaching and research, and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and retirement contributions. Located in one of the fastest-growing regions in the country, UVU provides a unique platform for faculty seeking to make a meaningful impact on students and the profession.

• Instructs, manages, and supervises individuals and groups in classrooms, online, and laboratories, through demonstration, discussion, visual aids, individualized instruction, lectures, and other appropriate methods for educational delivery.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught. Prepares instructional materials. Evaluates student performance using appropriate testing and grading procedures.
• Engages in scholarly activities, including applied research, and produces scholarly/creative work consistent with disciplinary specialization and the academic goals of the department.
• Serves the department, college, and university by attending departmental meetings, working on committees, and accepting other service appointments.

• NAAB or other accredited professional degree in architecture (M.Arch).

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional practice experience in an architecture office, minimum of three years.
• Certificate in Classical Architecture from the Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA) or a degree from a university with a focus on classical or traditional architecture.
• Experience working directly with the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB).
• One or more years of successful teaching experience in higher education.
• Professional license in Architecture OR have completed the experience requirements of the AXP program and are on track to complete the 6 sections of the Architectural Registration Exam.

Knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of traditional and classical architectural theory, history, and design.
• Awareness of the cultural and historical contexts that influence architectural design.
• Understanding of the NAAB accreditation process.
• Knowledge of building science and building codes.

Skills

• Strong design and architectural problem-solving skills with a proficiency in developing these in students as well.
• Proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and rendering programs.
• Aptitude for collaboration with colleagues, industry professionals, and community stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong program coordination skills.
• Effective verbal and technical written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong presentation and proposal skills.

Abilities

• Ability to inspire and motivate students to excel in their studies and professional development.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, students, agency administrators, and community practitioners from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate sound judgment and initiative in solving problems.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to interpret the University’s core values (exceptional care, exceptional accountability, exceptional results).
• Ability to plan measurable objectives, prepare instructional materials, and follow an approved curriculum.
• Ability to assess student work and maintain and submit accurate and current plans, reports, and records involving student accountability, attendance, and performance.
• Ability to use a classroom learning management system, such as Canvas.
• Ability to relate with students and effectively teach, train, and mentor students.
• Ability to conduct scholarship/creative works and service, and have teaching interests that align with the architecture discipline.
• Demonstrated record of research, creative, and/or professional work that demonstrates expertise in traditional design.