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Description
Portland State University offers a 4-year undergraduate degree with a major in architecture and has recently added a Master of Architecture degree to its offerings. The program entered candidacy status for professional accreditation with NAAB in July 2008 and the university has committed to adding new faculty in response to this opportunity to shape and substantiate the pedagogic direction and research base of graduate level studies. The Department has also recently moved into fully remodeled accommodation following extensive renovation of its established home, Shattuck Hall, on PSU's downtown campus.
The educational emphasis of the department recognizes the value of creative engagement with the prevailing realities of the city as a primary means of cultural transformation, and perceives Portland as an ‘urban laboratory' for experimental investigations of contemporary human issues. This takes place through interaction and dialogue with the communities at large and by continual acts of theoretical exploration combined with interpretive making with diverse media at multiple scales, including full-size fabrication.
Alongside a progressive attitude to design process and creative speculation, the department participates in the advancement of knowledge in contemporary issues and technologies of sustainable urban living and environmental stewardship. As such, promoting sustainability through academic programs and research is central to PSU's mission of serving the social, economic, and environmental interests of Portland and the greater Pacific Northwest region.
Position Overview:
The Department of Architecture invites applications for a full-time tenure-track position in Sustainable Design with particular emphasis in building performance.
Specific areas of expertise may include green buildings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, carbon neutrality, re-generative practices and building performance.
The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate in the development of departmental and university courses and programs in sustainability, as well as teach and pursue creative scholarship, funded research and/or practice.
Qualifications:
- Candidates will be expected to hold at minimum a Master's degree in Architecture, or a PhD in Building Sciences or equivalent
- At least 3 years in teaching
- Experience in architectural practice and/or research that demonstrates a critical attitude in the design and production of architecture.
- Applicants should have recognized accomplishments in research or professional practice and effectiveness in teaching demonstrating an imaginative attitude towards pedagogic innovation.
- Preference will be given to candidates with a demonstrated expertise in interdisciplinary teaching and research and have LEED accreditation (presently or in process).
Compensation: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience, as well as an excellent benefits package including fully paid health care, reduced tuition rates, and generous retirement and vacation package.
To Apply:
Applicants should provide a focused folio of no more than 10 pages representing:
- a) statement of interest describing teaching philosophy;
- b) examples of research and/or creative activities; and
- c) examples of student work completed under the direction of the applicant.
The application must also include names, with contact information, of 3 references to be contacted by the search committee. Applications will be reviewed beginning December 31, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Inquires and completed applications should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair: Prof. Jeff Schnabel.
Department of Architecture
Portland State University
PO Box 751
Portland, OR 97207