Assistant Professor in Architecture

Assistant Professor in Architectural Design +

Position:
Tenure‑track Design Plus teaching position in the Architecture Department, College of Architecture & Environmental Design (CAED) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly).
Start date: August 17, 2026.

• Design fundamentals with an emphasis on representation (drawing, image‑making, modeling, fabrication).
• Curriculum development and inclusive learning environments for diverse undergraduate students.
• Foundation design studios, large‑lecture courses on contemporary/historical representation, workshops, and seminars.
• Opportunity to develop scholarship in representation, or in architectural history, theory, and criticism with emphasis on social/environmental justice, community engagement, and equity.

• Professional degree in architecture (or allied discipline).
• Master’s degree in architecture (or
  
  D. Arch.) or equivalent.
• Architectural license or Ph.D. (position may be offered to candidates ABD with eventual licensure/Ph.D. required for promotion).
• Professional experience in architecture and relevant college‑level teaching experience.
• Body of work that corresponds to the advertised position.
• Evidence or narrative of inclusive teaching practices.

• Professional experience or scholarship addressing social and environmental equity in the built environment.
• Specialization in scholarly areas intersecting design with issues of justice, diversity, and inclusivity.

Cal Poly is an equal opportunity and excellence‑in‑education institution. Applicants of all races, sexes, colors, ethnicities, national origins, and protected statuses are encouraged to apply. The university complies with federal and state civil rights laws and values diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion across all programs.

• Cover letter (describing interest, qualifications, and teaching/scholarship experience).
• Statement on universal student success (details approach to inclusive, accessible, intentional teaching).
• Curriculum vitae.
• Digital portfolio (up to 50 pages; include syllabi and pedagogical evidence).
• Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned.
• Three professional references with contact information.

Applicants will also be required to provide official transcripts and complete a background check before appointment. The university does not guarantee visa sponsorship.

Anticipated annual salary: $97,008 – $103,644, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Teaching load and assignment will be determined by seniority and qualification.