Tenure-Track Architect: Design, History & Representation

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; USD 97,008 - 103,644; Full time

Job summary

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is seeking an Assistant Professor in Architectural Design + Representation/History, Theory, and Criticism. The successful candidate will engage in teaching design studios and conduct research in areas such as representation and architectural history.

This tenure-track position starts August 17, 2026, with a competitive salary ranging from $97,008 to $103,644 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Professional degree in architecture.
• Master’s degree in architecture (or allied discipline) or D. Arch.
• Architectural license or Ph.D.
• Professional experience in architecture.
• Relevant college-level teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach foundation design studios addressing historical issues.
• Conduct workshops in representational methods and theoretical practice.
• Lead design studios and seminar courses in architectural history.

Skills

Professional degree in architecture

Master’s degree in architecture or D. Arch.

Architectural license or Ph.D.

Professional experience in architecture

Relevant college-level teaching experience

Education

Doctor of Architecture

Master of Architecture

Job description

California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo is seeking an Assistant Professor in Architectural Design + Representation/History, Theory, and Criticism. The successful candidate will engage in teaching design studios and conduct research in areas such as representation and architectural history.

This tenure-track position starts August 17, 2026, with a competitive salary ranging from $97,008 to $103,644 per year, depending on qualifications and experience.