Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture

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Position Title	Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture
About this Opportunity	The Department of Landscape Architecture welcomes applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor position.
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Appointment Type	Tenure-track
Length of Appointment	FT Academic Year
Description	This position requires teaching a broad range of courses in the department’s programs, including studio, lectures, labs, seminars, and field studies. Faculty are expected to develop and actively pursue a scholarly focus in at least one area, and are encouraged through the Teacher-Scholar model to apply scholarship to enrich the students’ professional education. Duties and Responsibilities: Teach courses in the graduate (MLA, MUD) and undergraduate (BLA) programs’ curricula (e.g., studio, lectures, labs, and seminars). Generate peer-reviewed research, secure grants, and/or engage in built/creative works. Contribute to the professional community through service to the Department, College, University and Profession. Ability to work in multiple teaching modalities (in-person, online, hybrid, field studies) is expected.
Minimum Qualifications	Master’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited* institution OR Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited* institution and an advanced degree OR Bachelor’s degree in Landscape Architecture from an accredited* institution and meet four of the following criteria: Relevant professional licensure (landscape architecture, architecture, interior design, engineering, planning, etc.) Record of discipline-based scholarship or creative work (5+ examples) Cumulative 10+ years of professional experience in landscape architecture or related discipline or 20+ years teaching experience in a professional degree program Cumulative 4+ peer-reviewed professional awards Cumulative 4+ invited lectures and/or presentations for professional work Cumulative 2+ leadership roles in professional organizations Membership or certification (ASLA, AIA, NCARB, APA, etc.; SITES AP and LEED certification, etc.) *Or International equivalent AND Professional work experience and/or teaching experience in two or more of the following landscape architecture areas: design studio practice, evidence-based design methods, design communications, interdisciplinary foundational level design, history, research methods/theory, ecology and the built environment with a focus on green infrastructure, artificial intelligence and emerging technologies, landscape engineering, equitable communities, productive landscapes, design build, and professional practice. Evidence of scholarly and/or professional abilities and achievements via published or built works, professional reports, and/or affiliations and service roles with professional organizations and higher education institutions that can enrich teaching and learning in the professional curricula.
Authorization to work in the US	Employer will consider sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications	PhD in Landscape Architecture from an accredited institution or related discipline with an established design practice/research agenda Professional licensure Exemplary studio teaching experience Three to five recent years of experience in landscape architecture or related practice Commitment to collaboration and professional collegiality
Required Certifications/Licensures	None
Pre-Employment Screening	Requires successful completion of a background check.
Position Title(s) Supervised	None
EEO Statement	Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department	Landscape Architecture:200030
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number	765-285-1977

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number	202401228F
Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/01/2024
Position End Date
Posting Date	01/09/2024
Applications Accepted Through Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)	02/07/2024
Information regarding transcripts	The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary	Portfolio notes: Provide a link to a portfolio demonstrating experience a relevant to teaching, research/scholarship/creative endeavors and/or professional work, and service pertinent to the position. Please provide a link to the portfolio. Large portfolio sizes may not upload correctly.
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter	In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.’
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information	Dorna Eshrati, Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture Phone: 5-1976 Email: [email protected]