Part-Time Faculty | Graduate Architecture Design Studio (Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027)

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a Part-Time Faculty position to teach graduate Architecture Design Studio for Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027.

The role is on-campus with in-person instruction and requires development and delivery of a rigorous studio curriculum, alongside managing course logistics and evaluating student work.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture required.
• Advanced degree in Architecture or a closely related design field required.

Responsibilities

• Developing and updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparing lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

Skills

Teaching experience

Digital modeling

Fabrication

Visualization

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Advanced degree in Architecture or related design field

Job description

Part‑Time Faculty | Graduate Architecture Design Studio (Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027)

Job Title: Part‑Time Faculty | Graduate Architecture Design Studio (Fall 2026 and/or Spring 2027)

Location: Campus

Commitment to On‑Campus Experience: Syracuse University requires regular in‑person presence to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our academic environment. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: Salary offers will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

Job Description: The School of Architecture seeks part‑time instructors to teach architecture design studio during the Fall (6 credits) and/or Spring (6 credits) semester(s). Teaching is at the graduate level. The role requires the development and delivery of a rigorous design studio curriculum, management of course logistics, and assessment of student work.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture is required.
• Advanced degree in Architecture or a closely related design field.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Teaching experience in an accredited professional architecture degree program.
• Strong intellectual and creative direction; pursuit of innovative applications of emerging digital technology.
• Professional design experience with a record of recognized creative work, including built/unbuilt work, installations, or publications.
• Proficiency in advanced digital modeling, fabrication, and visualization.
• Commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparing lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• Submitting completed mid‑semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

Physical Requirements

Tools/Equipment: Not specified.

Application Instructions

A letter of interest, curriculum vitae/resume, and a list of three professional references should be attached online for full consideration. An architectural design and teaching portfolio should be uploaded as one or separate documents using the “Other Document” category.

EEO Statement

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