Assistant Professor

Position Summary

The School of Architecture at Portland State University seeks a full‑time Assistant Professor to teach courses in Architectural Theory and History. Candidates will be expected to bring cultural, social, and urban perspectives to lectures, seminars, and design studios, while embracing the culture of philosophical and critical inquiry at the heart of our pedagogy.

Instructional:
Design studio teaching, lecture courses in theory and history, seminars and studio design instruction.

• Doctorate or equivalent in architecture; ABD acceptable by the time of third year review.
• At least three years of full‑time teaching experience in architectural design studio and design studio teaching.

• Articulation of a continuing research and/or creative agenda that expands the scholarly field of architecture.
• Demonstrated how the candidate’s work will contribute to the enrichment of our school pedagogy.

All employees are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner that maintains a safe, respectful, and productive environment for faculty, students, administrators, and staff. All members must conduct themselves in accordance with the PSU Professional Standards of Conduct.

The starting annual salary is $76,239, but may be negotiated above this rate. An excellent benefits package includes 95% premium‑paid healthcare, a generous retirement and vacation package, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools. Please visit the total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.

Please list the names, emails and phone numbers of three professional references. References will only be contacted if you are a finalist for this position.

Contact Juan Heredia at jheredia for questions.

Posting remains open until finalists are identified.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled