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

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University on campus seeks part‑time faculty to teach undergraduate architecture design studios during Fall (6 credit hours) and/or Spring (6 credit hours) semesters. Regular in‑person presence is required to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the academic environment.

The position is 8.5 months with the teaching responsibilities and qualifications outlined, including a professional degree in Architecture and an advanced degree in Architecture or related

Qualifications

• Professional degree in Architecture is required, as well as an advanced degree in Architecture or a closely related design field.
• School is particularly interested in candidates with teaching experience in an accredited professional architecture degree program.
• Candidates with strong intellectual and creative direction are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must possess professional design experience and demonstrate a record of recognized creative work, which may include built/unbuilt work, installations or publications.
• The School is committed to supporting those from all backgrounds in its student population, faculty, and curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparation of 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 in architecture

Professional design experience

Record of creative work

Education

Professional degree in Architecture

Advanced degree in Architecture or related design field

Job description

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

Location

Campus

Commitment to On‑Campus Experience

Regular in‑person presence required to support students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to the academic environment. Remote work arrangements are limited per University policy.

Pay Range

Salary offers are based on education, experience, and relevant skills, and are aligned with the academic or professional discipline of the position. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Hours

As determined by Dean/Associate Dean.

Job Type

Part‑time

Rank

PTI/Adjunct

Job Summary

School of Architecture seeks part‑time faculty to teach undergraduate architecture design studio during Fall (6 credit hours) and/or Spring (6 credit hours) semesters.

Qualifications

A professional degree in Architecture is required, as well as an advanced degree in Architecture or a closely related design field.

• The School is particularly interested in candidates with teaching experience in an accredited professional architecture degree program.
• Candidates with strong intellectual and creative direction are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates must possess professional design experience and demonstrate a record of recognized creative work, which may include built/unbuilt work, installations or publications.
• The School is committed to supporting those from all backgrounds in its student population, faculty, and curriculum.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities of a part‑time faculty member teaching a 6‑credit hour design studio per semester include:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Ordering appropriate books and materials in advance of the class start date.
• Preparation of 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.

Application Instructions

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

EEO Statement

Syracuse University is an equal‑opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.