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Position Information

The Department of Architecture and Interior Design in the School of Design, Architecture + Art at North Dakota State University invites applications and nominations for a tenure-track, 9-month, full-time, benefited faculty position, at the rank of Assistant Professor. Teaching responsibilities include a lecture or seminar course and a design studio each semester. The Department seeks individuals with exceptional architecture design abilities and an additional area of expertise in one or more of the following areas: digital technology/fabrication, urban design, building materials/construction methods. The successful candidate is also required to participate in department service, such as curriculum development, awards, advising, attend faculty meetings, and advise students in their design thesis projects. In addition, service to the college, university and the profession is expected. The position also requires the development of an area of expertise and accomplishments in research and/or creative accomplishments in a focused area of Architecture. The appointment will start in August 2026. We are interested in individuals who are outstanding designers and dedicated to innovative thinking and excellence in architecture. 
The Architecture program is fully accredited by the NAAB, with the accreditation term extending until 2027. 


Minimum Qualifications 
Credentials, one of the following: 

  • Master’s degree in architecture (M.Arch), or other NAAB accredited professional terminal degree in architecture or the international equivalent (per NAAB), OR; 
  • Professional Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch), accredited by the NAAB, plus a master’s degree in a closely related field 
  • Professional license in the United States or certification by NCARB.

    • OR Doctoral Degree in Architecture or closely related field. 

    Additional Skills/Expertise: 

  • Excellent oral and verbal communication skills.
  • Representation skills include hand drawing and computer-based methods with the ability to integrate these skills into coursework and research as required. 
  • Demonstrate potential to develop an individual area of expertise for research/creative activities. 
  • Exceptional architecture design abilities. 
  • Expertise and ability to teach in one of the following areas: digital technology/fabrication, urban design, construction materials/methods/detailing and/or professional practice.

    • Preferred Qualifications 

  • Studio teaching experience in an accredited Architecture degree program. 
  • Experience in professional practice. 
  • Expertise and ability to teach a variety of design topics including studios with a focus on community engagement. 
  • Experience and ability for international and interstate travel 
  • Experience collaborating with diverse groups, or a research focus related to marginalized populations 
  • Professional experience with architecture design and simulation software. 
  • LEED/Well or related certification 
  • A strong portfolio demonstrating practice in design, creative works, and executed projects. 


    • Required Documents 

  • Cover Letter – containing the following: statement of interest, research agenda (scholarship and/or creative activities), teaching pedagogy
  • Curriculum vitae 
  • Design and Research Portfolio – An electronic or web portfolio of individual creative and scholarly work plus examples of student coursework from teaching (25 page max. and 10MB max.). A link to an online portfolio may be added. 

    • Contact information for five references, including name, position, employer, email address, phone number and your professional relationship with them.

    Screening will begin: 2/11/26
     

    NDSU is an EEO/AA-MF/ Vet/ Disability. Women and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. 


    Additional Information

    Benefits: 

    NDSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes single or family health insurance coverage with premiums paid for by the university – with an effective date for new employees the first of the month following date of hire. Other benefits include, wellness benefits, basic life insurance, retirement plan, tuition waiver, annual leave, EAP, sick leave and holiday pay. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, long-term care insurance, flexible spending account, and supplemental retirement plans. 

    About Us: 

    North Dakota State University is distinctive as a student focused, land-grant, research university. Our main campus is located in Fargo, ND with Extension Service and Research Experiment Station locations across the state. 

    NDSU is an ADVANCE institution and Carnegie High Research Activity Institution. 

    No Smoking Notice: 

    As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10. 

    EO/AA Statement: 

    North Dakota State University is an Equal Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender expression/identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, participation in lawful off-campus activity, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, public assistance status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, spousal relationship to current employee, or veteran status, as applicable. 

    Veteran’s Preference Notice: 

    This position is subject to North Dakota Veteran’s Preference requirements. 

    Reasonable Accommodation Information: 

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