Assistant Professor of Architecture

Job Summary: Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, tenure track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Architecture in the Department of Architecture with a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine-month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality instruction in architecture courses at the undergraduate level in the area of History, Theory and Criticism, and teaching Architecture Studio at any level. Engage in significant research, scholarship, and/or creative activities in an area of specialization. Faculty members are expected to develop and sustain a robust research agenda that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and practice in their chosen field. Participate in department, college, and/or university service activities. Collaborate with students and colleagues and contribute to a positive and productive academic environment. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications: An earned Doctorate degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture, or a related discipline is required at the time of hire. OR A terminal Master's degree, or the foreign equivalent, in Architecture or a related discipline is required at the time of hire 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 strong record of scholarship including an active research and publication agenda Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Saif Haq, PhD, shaq@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or support@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. USG supports Freedom of Expression Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf