Visiting faculty - Architecture & Planning

We are seeking distinguished Visiting Faculty members to join our School of Architecture & Planning. This position offers an exceptional opportunity for practicing architects, urban planners, and built environment professionals to contribute their expertise while engaging with our dynamic academic community.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses

  in architecture, planning, or related disciplines

• Lead design studios

  and guide students through design process from concept to completion

• Develop innovative curriculum

  that integrates theory, practice, and emerging technologies

• Mentor students

  in design thinking, professional development, and career preparation

• Conduct design critiques

  and participate in final reviews/juries

• Collaborate with faculty

  on research initiatives and interdisciplinary projects

• Engage with the professional community

  through lectures, workshops, or symposiums

• Contribute to accreditation efforts

  and program assessment activities

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Architecture

  (M.Arch) or

  Master's in Urban/Regional Planning

  (MUP/MRP/MCRP)

• Professional licensure

  (Registered Architect)

• Minimum 3-5 years professional experience

  in architecture/planning practice

• Strong design portfolio

  demonstrating project leadership and innovation

• Previous teaching experience

  at college/university level preferred

• Proficiency in design software

  (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, GIS)

• Understanding of building codes, zoning regulations,

  and professional practice standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Active professional practice

  with notable built projects or planning initiatives

• Specialization in emerging areas

  such as sustainable design, smart cities, or resilient planning

• International experience

  in architecture or planning projects

• Experience with BIM, parametric design,

  or digital fabrication technologies

• Community engagement experience

  in participatory design or planning processes

Areas of Specialization

• Architecture:

  Design Studios, Building Technology, Environmental Systems

• Urban Planning:

  Community Development, Transportation Planning, Land Use Planning

• Sustainable Design:

  Green Building, Climate-Responsive Architecture, LEED

• Digital Design:

  BIM, Parametric Design, Computational Design, Virtual Reality

• Historic Preservation:

  Adaptive Reuse, Conservation, Cultural Heritage

• Housing & Development:

  Affordable Housing, Mixed-Use Development, Real Estate

• Infrastructure:

  Smart Cities, Resilient Design, Urban Infrastructure

• Professional Practice:

  Project Management, Construction Administration, Codes & Regulations

Studio & Course Examples

• Architectural Design Studios

  (Beginning through Advanced)

• Urban Design & Planning Studios

• Building Technology & Systems

• Site Planning & Landscape Architecture

• Housing & Community Development

• Transportation & Infrastructure Planning

• Environmental Planning & Sustainability

• Professional Practice & Ethics

• History & Theory of Architecture/Planning