Pro Tem Faculty (School of Architecture and Environment) - Open Pool

University of Oregon; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Oregon is inviting applicants for temporary, part-time teaching positions in the School of Architecture and Environment. Positions are for instructors or professors of practice and primarily located at the Eugene campus.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field, and have substantial professional experience for the Professor of Practice role. The university offers a robust benefits package to eligible employees.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field is required, or significant professional experience may substitute.
• Substantial professional experience equal to a tenured professor is required for Professor of Practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach design studios and courses in history and theory.
• Work primarily from the Eugene campus, with collaboration opportunities in Portland.

Skills

Teaching experience

Quality teaching potential

Professional certification

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in relevant field

Job description

Position Summary

The School of Architecture and Environment (SAE) invites applicants for temporary, part‑time teaching positions as Instructors or Professors of Practice in the Department of Architecture, the Historic Preservation Program, the Department of Interior Architecture, and the Department of Landscape Architecture. All positions will work primarily from the Eugene campus, with some opportunities for work on or in collaboration with the Portland campus.

Course Types

• Design studios (furniture, architecture, adaptive re‑use, landscape)
• Design communication (drawing, digital visualization, building information modeling, construction documents, building documentation & analysis, fabrication, and other representation skills)
• History and Theory (architectural history, historic preservation, land use ethics)
• Contextual (preservation economics, cultural resource management/public policies in preservation)
• Technical (building technology, historical survey, national register nomination, preservation technology, planting design)

Application Instructions

Submit a Resume/CV.

Minimum Requirements

Instructor: Master’s degree (in exceptional circumstances, significant professional experience may substitute for an advanced degree).

Professor of Practice: Substantial basis of experience equal to a tenured professor (normally a minimum of 12 years); national/international reputation for excellence reflected in a record of significant accomplishments; profile of accumulated professional accomplishments; rich and extensive background in the field.

Professional Competencies

Successful candidates will have professional experience, demonstrated ability or potential for quality teaching, and a commitment to working effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of teaching (including assistantships) experience.
• Professional certification or licensure in the relevant field.
• Master’s degree or PhD in a relevant field.

Benefits

The University of Oregon provides a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit the university website.

Equal‑Opportunity Employer

The University of Oregon is an equal‑opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541‑346‑5112.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy‑related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services, veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities, and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed at the university website.