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Assistant/Associate Endowed Professor of Vernacular Architecture
- College
- NC State University
- City
- Raleigh, North Carolina
- Where you’d teach
- On campus
- Job type
- Full-time
- Degree
- Master's in Architecture (preferred: Ph.D. in Architecture)
- Posted
- Nov 11, 2026
- Closes
- open until filled
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ture Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate based on experience, education, and faculty rank Work Schedule Varies depending on course schedule, meetings, and other events. Evenings and weekends may be needed occastionally. Job Location Raleigh, NC Department Architecture About the Department The School of Architecture offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including accredited Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.) and Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degrees, a pre-professional Bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture ( BEDA ), and a post-professional Master of Advanced Architectural Studies ( MAAS ). It also offers graduate certificates in City Design, Energy and Technology, and Public Interest Design, and a Concentration in History and Theory.
The School of Architecture established the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities Initiative in 2007, and more recently the College of Design launched the Peter A. Pappas Real Estate Development Program. The School of Architecture is part of the College of Design at North Carolina State University, which includes academic departments of Graphic and Experience Design and Industrial Design (GD/ID), Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning ( LAEP ), Media Arts, Design and Technology ( MAD Tech), a Ph.D. in Design, and a Doctor of Design (D.Des.) Raleigh, NC, is one of the fastest-growing cities in the US. It is consistently named as one of the best places to live, but it also faces unprecedented challenges to achieving equitable and sustainable development.
The School of Architecture and College of Design have distinguished histories of influential design and educational programs that serve NC cities and towns, and are well-positioned to influence their future. This is supported by the extension and engagement mission of a research-intensive land-grant university. Wolfpack Perks and Benefits As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.
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Essential Job Duties The School of Architecture in the College of Design at North Carolina State University is inviting applications for a full-time, 9 month, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position specializing in the study of vernacular architecture and buildings and landscapes of the everyday. The role offers opportunities to teach architectural design studios at all levels as well as lecture courses and advanced seminars aligned with the candidate’s areas of research and expertise. The successful candidate will be expected to have and/or build a significant teaching and scholarly agenda that transcends the disciplinary boundaries of architecture through the use of multi-disciplinary research methodologies and sources that examine buildings and landscapes within dynamic social and cultural settings and produce multiple possible readings, narratives, and responses to the built environment. We welcome candidates whose teaching, scholarship, and/or design practice evidence public and community engagement and utilize the research of social and economic histories of buildings and landscapes, and/or materials and methods of construction.
Preference will be given to candidates who seek collaborative and/or methodological connections between architecture and related fields such as urban and cultural landscapes history, public history, heritage studies, spatial and environmental justice, anthropology, geography, and historic preservation. In addition to teach and research activities, the candidate is expected to participate in service activities at the departmental, college, and university levels. The position also includes a stipend to support activities and professional endeavors that contribute to the advancement of the position’s academic, research, and scholarly responsibilities. Rank to be determined based upon education and professional experience.
Other Responsibilities Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience Terminal Master’s Degree in Architecture Other Required Qualifications Grounded in contemporary design concepts, principles, practices, methods, and tools across a range of media. Able to contribute to the excellence of the academic community through research, creative, and scholarly activities, teaching, and service. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s or a Ph.D. in Architecture Teaching experience Architecture licensure Professional experience Record of professional work, teaching experience, grants, publications, and/or peer-to-peer dissemination Record of professional or academic service Other evidence of excellence, recognition, or awards in teaching, research Prepare students to be successful in academic and professional settins by helping them to develop critical thinking and design skills. Advance the School of Architecture’s research enterprise in topics that are critical to contemporary and future practice. Engage professional practice and industry partners in North Carolina and/or beyond. Seek collaborators within and across departments and colleges in the university and/or service.
Record of collaboration with local, regional, and/or international organizations and communities. Required License(s) or Certification(s) N/A Valid NC Driver's License required No Commercial Driver's License required No Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date 11/11/2026 Anticipated Close Date Open until filled Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants are required to submit: (1) a cover letter of intent describing qualifications and interests; (2) a CV; (3) a digital research and/or professional portfolio (upload under “other document 1”); (4) a research statement that includes a plan for scholarly production; (5) a teaching portfolio (upload under “other document 2”); and (6) contact information for three references. Additional Information Review of applications will begin and continue until position is filled. Please send inquiries to Burak Edrim ([email protected]) Position Details Position Number 00112438 Position Type Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0 Appointment 9 Month Recurring Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events Non Mandatory - Emergency Event Department ID 120201 - Architecture EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity employer.
All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
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