Assistant Professor of Practice - Landscape Architecture
The University of Texas at Arlington

Posting Number:

F00595P

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Practice - Landscape Architecture

Department:

Landscape Architecture

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Full-time

Rank:

Non-Tenured

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

The Program of Landscape Architecture in the College of Architecture, Planning and Public Affairs (CAPPA), at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for a Rank of Assistant Professor of Practice (Academic Professional Track) with a focus on sustainability and resiliency in urban design and landscape architecture. This position is an academic year (9-month) appointment. The successful candidate will primarily teach in the innovative Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Urban Design (BSSUD) program. The BSSUD program prepares graduates for careers where students can contribute to creating cities and urban spaces that are resilient, welcoming, and environmentally sustainable. The program also serves as a preparation program for students who pursue advanced degrees in related fields such as landscape architecture, architecture, and planning.

Benefits at UTA:

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CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The Program of Landscape Architecture (housing the BSSUD program) welcomes applications for an academic professional track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Practice, beginning August 2025, or earlier.

This is primarily a teaching position with additional complementary research and service responsibilities. The successful candidate will teach studio, core, and elective courses including capstone advising in the BSSUD program. There is also an opportunity to contribute to the MLA program, by serving on thesis committees and teaching core courses. In addition to a focus on sustainability and resiliency in urban design and landscape architecture, candidates with expertise in geospatial technologies and strong computer and hand graphic skills are encouraged to apply.

The teaching load is anticipated to be a minimum of two design studio equivalents per semester while the exact teaching assignments will be reviewed based on the candidate's experience and qualifications. In alignment with UTA's status as an R1 research university, a portion of the candidate's workload will be apportioned to research and/or creative activities in their area of expertise.

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a terminal landscape architecture degree from an LAAB-accredited institution (MLA).
• Applicants must demonstrate an inspiring teaching agenda and/or evidence of excellence in teaching design courses at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Applicants must demonstrate strong skills and knowledge for teaching and research/creative work in at least three of the following areas:
  • Sustainability & Resiliency
  • Urban Design
  • Landscape Architecture
  • Landscape Architecture History
  • Geospatial Technologies
  • Graphic Communications

Preferred Qualifications:

In addition to the required qualification, applicants with the following conditions are strongly encouraged to apply:

• Evidence of exceptional design work and graphic communication skills.
• Professional licensure or demonstrated significant professional experience in urban planning and landscape design or related design field.
• A Ph.D. or advanced research degree in a relevant field of expertise.
• Experience with community outreach and engagement and its incorporation into teaching and/or practice.

Department Information:

The Bachelor of Science in Sustainable Urban Design is within the Program of Landscape Architecture. BSSUD prepares graduates for careers where students can contribute to creating cities and urban spaces that are resilient and environmentally sustainable. It equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to tackle complex urban challenges in the 21st century. It is a four-year program (120 credit hours), whose innovative curriculum prepares students for the rapidly growing interdisciplinary field of urban design with approximately 120 credit hours, including 18 hours of prescribed electives from over a dozen disciplines.

The UTA Master in Landscape Architecture program focuses on ecological and environmental resiliency, urban placemaking, and quality of life by taking advantage of what makes the program unique; its location. The Dallas-Arlington-Fort Worth Metroplex provides exceptional opportunities for students and professionals to produce practical solutions to the challenges within the most rapidly expanding urban area of The United States. Through interdisciplinary teaching, research, and community engagement, the program promotes leading-edge design and planning within a transferable urban lab environment (DFW). Additional learning opportunities are offered for working professionals beyond the MLA, including continuing education, certificates, and executive programs.

Established through the Unit Effectiveness Process (UEP) process support the program's mission, and also are aligned with the standards established by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB) for first professional degree programs in landscape architecture that encompass the body of knowledge common to the profession and promote acquisition of the knowledge and skills necessary to enter professional practice.

The following educational goals and objectives are used to guide curriculum and long-range planning: 1. Proficiency in communication, 2. Proficiency in verbal communication, 3. Identification of natural and cultural systems, 4. Knowledge of computer applications, 5. Knowledge of construction materials, methods, technologies and applications, 6. Advanced written research/communication, and 7. Design Comprehension, Creativity and Rigor.

In addition to the Program of Landscape Architecture, CAPPA includes the School of Architecture, and the Department of Public Affairs and Planning. CAPPA institutes and centers have forged numerous partnerships throughout the DFW Metropolitan area including the Arlington Urban Design Center (AUDC), Center for Metropolitan Density (CFMD), Center for Transportation, Equity, Decisions and Dollars (CTEDD), Digital Architecture Research Consortium (DARC), David Dillon Center for Texas Architecture (DDC), and Institute of Urban Studies (IUS). The college aims to strengthen urban, ecological, and social fabrics that unleash the inherent potential of places and communities. For more information, please visit www.uta.edu/cappa.

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Working Title:

Assistant Professor of Practice

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

09/01/2025

Open Date:

10/21/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/30081 and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter - expressing applicants' interest in and qualifications for the position, and relevant experience.
• Digital Portfolio of relevant teaching, research, and creative work. (Max 20 MB)
• Contact information for 3 references
• Teaching and Research Statement (max. 2 pages)

Optional Documents:

• Unofficial Transcripts (required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach)
  
  

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Questions may be addressed to Joowon Im at Joowon.im@uta.edu.
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta.

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