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Assistant Professor in History, Theory, and Criticism (Tenure-Track) at Kennesaw State University

Position Title

Assistant Professor in History, Theory, and Criticism (Tenure-Track)

Institution

Kennesaw State University (Department of Architecture, College of Architecture and Construction Management)

Location

Kennesaw and Marietta, GA

Key Dates

  • Review Begins: Immediately
  • Full Consideration: Apply by October 31, 2026
  • Anticipated Start: August 2027

Position Description

The Department of Architecture at Kennesaw State University is accepting applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Architecture in the field of History, Theory and Criticism. The department offers a 5-year, NAAB-accredited, STEM-designated Bachelor of Architecture program.

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality instruction in undergraduate architecture courses in the area of History, Theory and Criticism, as well as Architecture Studio at any level.
  • Engage in significant research, scholarship, and/or creative activities in an area of specialization.
  • Develop and sustain a robust research agenda that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and practice.
  • Participate in department, college, and/or university service activities.
  • Collaborate with students and colleagues to contribute to a positive and productive academic environment.

Qualifications

  • Required Qualifications:
    • An earned Doctorate degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture or a related discipline at the time of hire; OR
    • A terminal Master’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Architecture or a related discipline AND three years of demonstrated academic experience in the area of specialization.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
    • A record of successful teaching in Architecture Studio and in an area of specialization.
    • Evidence of a strong record of scholarship, including an active research and publication agenda.

Application Process

Apply online at https://hr.kennesaw.edu/careers.php, view all jobs, and search for Job ID 302099. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Required Documents:

  1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  2. Cover Letter: Explaining how your hire will enhance the department, college, and university’s national prominence.
  3. Teaching Philosophy: Detailing how you will advance student success at KSU.
  4. Research Statement: Indicating how you can contribute to strategic research objectives.
  5. Portfolio: Evidence of research, scholarship, creative work, and/or teaching (Maximum 20 letter-sized pages. Up to three PDF papers may be submitted in addition to the 20-page limit. 100 MB maximum file size).
  6. Unofficial Transcripts: Official transcripts and international course-by-course evaluations will be due upon hire.
  7. References: Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references.

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