Assistant/Associate Professor

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Assistant and/or Associate Professor of Architecture

The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Department of Architecture in the School of Architecture & Urban Planning (SARUP) in the College of the Arts and Architecture is hiring for multiple positions at the assistant or associate professor rank for tenure-track faculty with a research agenda or creative practice related to any of the following: design-build, computational design, digital or analog applied technologies, and construction innovation. We seek architects, researchers, and educators who are passionate about the creative integration of structure, detailing, building systems, materials research, and/or fabrication, and who are committed to exploring design questions through making and building.

The Department of Architecture offers a unique range of externally funded studios, building long-term relationships with regional industrial and institutional partners. Our track record in establishing these relationships provides ample opportunity for our students to engage professionals in numerous fields outside of architecture. Additionally, SARUP is now home to two significant international design awards, the Marcus Prize and the Urban Edge Award. Both highlight SARUP’s commitment to Milwaukee by bringing international talent into the studios. The Department offers BARCH, BSAS, M. Arch., MS, MUD and Ph.D. degree programs and faculty are encouraged to teach at all levels.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to review additional information about the school at http://www.uwm.edu/sarup/.

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$74,100 (Final salary offer will be determined based on qualifications and experience)

Required Qualification:

• Master of Architecture and preferred Professional licensure or an advanced research degree such as Ph.D.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Commitment to advancing architecture through innovative teaching, record of research and/or design experience in areas such as design-build, form-finding, digital or analog applied technologies, and construction innovation
• This research should aim to advance architectural thinking and production including grant-driven design research or creative practice that addresses building technologies, materials, processes, and systems
• Potential to teach design studio and building technology courses

How to Apply:

Interested applicants are required to apply online and submit the following materials:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Portfolio of teaching and research and/or creative work (The portfolio should provide evidence of the applicant’s teaching experience and research and/or creative accomplishments. Examples of supporting materials may include course syllabi, assignments, samples of student work, and documentation or examples of the applicant’s research and/or creative work.)

The cover letter and resume/CV should address the applicant’s professional-level work experience, qualifications, experience, and knowledge as they specifically relate to the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position, as well as explain their interest in applying.

Note: Applicants must complete all required fields and attach all required documents prior to submitting the online application. Applications missing any of the required documents listed prior to the application deadline will be marked as incomplete and may not be considered.

In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from the candidates' application materials whether they meet any of the qualifications, they may be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications. Additional documents submitted aside from a cover letter and resume will not be reviewed.

Finalist candidates(s) will be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.

This is a continuous recruitment with an initial review date of Monday, January 11th, 2027. To ensure consideration, applications must be submitted by Sunday, January 10th, 2027, at 11:59pm. Applications submitted after 01/10/2026 may not be reviewed.

Questions about this position should be directed to Coua Xiong at xion2447@uwm.edu.

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Employment Authorization
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UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.