Faculty Positions Open
TENURE TRACK POSITION IN ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN
The Department of Architecture at MIT announces a search for one tenure-track position in architectural design at the level of assistant or associate professor. Dedicated to a humanistic, socially responsible, and technologically sophisticated vision of design, MIT's department of Architecture is uniquely positioned in a larger institution that strongly supports innovation and entrepreneurial activity. Given this context, the Department of Architecture is explicitly committed to excellence in both pedagogical and research activities. Believing that the cross-current between the two creates a charged atmosphere for study and a critical edge for research, we are seeking candidates with an ability to thrive within this context.
Primary criteria for the position are: proven excellence in the teaching of design studios; and strong promise of significant creative achievement in the field through design research, theoretical practice, professional practice, or a combination thereof. An ability to advance our teaching and research in sustainability and innovation through material process and assembly is highly desirable.
Minimal qualifications are a professional Masters level degree in architecture or the equivalent; and a minimum of two years or four semesters of teaching experience. A minimum of two years of practical experience is preferred.
We are also seeking candidates with the character and energy to participate in the intellectual life of the department at a time of significant change and growth, and with a readiness to teach both graduate and undergraduate studios.
Initial screening will be conducted on the basis of: letter of interest that includes a list of possible references with contact information, curriculum vitae, and a ten page non-returnable portfolio of design work. We will begin reviewing applications in March and continue until the position is filled. Please send all materials to: Nader Tehrani, Chair, AD Search Committee, MIT Department of Architecture, 77 Massachusetts Avenue, Room 10-411M, Cambridge, MA 02139.
MIT is an equal opportunity / affirmative action institution. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Status of Architectural Design Tenure Track Faculty Search 6 June 2008
The Architectural Design Tenure Track Faculty Search Committee will continue to accept and review applications received by 5pm on September 5, 2008. The committee expects to decide upon a short list of candidates shortly thereafter. The anticipated appointment date for the finalist is January 2009.
