Full Professor (with tenure) or Associate Professor (with tenure), and PT Walton, Jr. Endowed Professor (or Associate Professor)

About the job

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The University of Utah’s School of Architecture invites applications for a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Full Professor, accompanied by the Paul T. Walton, Jr. Endowed Professorship. We seek an accomplished scholar, educator, or practitioner with a strong record of research or creative work, a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring, and experience contributing to academic leadership and service.

Established to promote excellence in teaching and research in architecture, the PT Walton, Jr. Endowed Professorship recognizes faculty who demonstrate leadership within the School of Architecture and their field, make substantial contributions to their academic or professional discipline, are dedicated to teaching and mentoring students, and advance the School’s mission. The professorship provides support for the holder’s academic and professional activities, consistent with the purposes of the endowment and University policies.

The successful candidate will bring a distinctive perspective that complements our growing research community, contributes to interdisciplinary collaboration, and advances the field of architecture through scholarship, creative practice, education, and engagement.

More information about College of Architecture and Planning criteria for tenure and rank is available here: https://www.cap.utah.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/RPT-AP-effective-7.1.2021-Final.pdf. More information about appointment in endowed and named positions, which require periodic reviews, is available here: https://regulations.utah.edu/community/rules/Rule_9-003.php.

Necessary Qualifications:

• A master or Ph.D. degree in Architecture or a related field.

• A record of scholarly research or creative work appropriate to appointment at the rank of a tenured Associate Professor or Full Professor.

• Experience teaching and mentoring students in a university setting.

• Experience contributing to academic leadership, program development, or institutional or professional service.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A record of high-quality scholarly publications, creative work, or other significant contributions to the field of architecture.

• Experience securing extramural research funding or developing externally supported research and creative initiatives, as appropriate to the candidate’s area of specialization.

• A record of interdisciplinary or collaborative research and creative work.

• Experience mentoring students and colleagues, developing academic programs, or contributing to the strategic direction of an academic unit.

About the School of Architecture

The School of Architecture at the University of Utah is one of four academic units within the College of Architecture + Planning, which also includes the Department of City and Metropolitan Planning, the Division of Multi-Disciplinary Design, and the Division of Games.

The School brings together a diverse faculty of scholars, licensed architects, designers, and practitioners from across the United States and around the world. Faculty expertise spans architectural design, building technology, environmental sustainability, health and well-being, race and gender, postcolonial pedagogies, architectural history and theory, and technologies of representation. Their work integrates scholarly inquiry, creative practice, and professional engagement.

The School offers a Bachelor of Science in Architectural Studies, a Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies, an accredited Master of Architecture, and a Master of Science in Architectural Studies. Its integrated curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary thinking, design excellence, and the development of technical and creative skills. Students benefit from faculty mentorship, hands-on and community-engaged design opportunities, and access to the University’s broader academic resources. Learning experiences span collaborative decision-making, physical making, writing, visual communication, and digital approaches to design and inquiry.

The School emphasizes design research, interdisciplinary collaboration, community engagement, ecological resilience, and environmental stewardship. Its faculty connect architectural scholarship and creative practice with critical inquiry and place-based engagement, fostering innovation and dialogue across academic and professional communities. As part of a Carnegie Research I university, the School continues to advance its research and creative work while strengthening its contributions to architectural education and practice.

About the College of Architecture and Planning

The University of Utah College of Architecture and Planning (CA+P) is a community of award-winning faculty, entrepreneurial students, and support staff that together form a creative community unlike any other. The College is home to four academic units: the School of Architecture, the Department of City and Metropolitan Planning, the Division of Games, and the Division of Multi-Disciplinary Design, as well as multiple research centers and collaboratives. Across these units are top-ranked academic programs, outstanding researchers with a strong commitment to addressing defining issues of our time, and a record of unsurpassed societal impact. As part of a campus that values innovation and interdisciplinarity, the College is transforming its disciplines and training graduates to become leaders and changemakers in the built and virtual environments globally. More information is available at cap.utah.edu.

About the University of Utah

The University of Utah is a Carnegie Research I institution located in Salt Lake City, nestled in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains. With thriving arts and culinary scenes and a growing high-technology sector, Salt Lake City offers a mix of urban life alongside access to national parks, ski resorts, hiking, and climbing, all just minutes from campus.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

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Special Instructions for Candidates

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Priority submission date is January 4, 2027.

A complete application must include:

• A letter of intent addressing candidate’s qualifications, especially in areas of research/creative work, teaching, and service. No more than three pages.

• Curriculum vitae

Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide a few scholarly or design work samples and recent teaching evaluations. Reference information and letters will be requested for candidates who advance to the offer stage.

Questions about the search may be directed to search co-chairs, Professor Emerita, Dr. Martha Bradley (martha.bradley@utah.edu) and Professor and Associate Dean, Dr. Stacy Harwood (harwood@arch.utah.edu). Questions pertaining specifically to the School of Architecture may be directed to Chair of the School, Professor (Dr.) Timothy O. Adekunle: timothy.adekunle@utah.edu.