Assistant Professor of Planning, Landscape Architecture and Design - Ranked Renewable Term

University of Oklahoma - Norman, OK

Full-time - Entry Level

Norman, OK

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Professor of Planning, Landscape Architecture and Design at the University of Oklahoma is a practice-oriented teaching role focused on community planning and design projects. The position involves teaching 4 to 6 courses per academic year in the undergraduate Environmental Design program and contributing to the Institute for Quality Communities (IQC) through professional project-based work. The balance between teaching and project work may vary based on the needs of the IQC and the Environmental Design program, allowing for a flexible approach to fulfilling both responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach 4 to 6 courses per academic year in the undergraduate Environmental Design program.
• Contribute to professional project-based work at the Institute for Quality Communities (IQC).
• Mentor undergraduate students in project-oriented coursework.
• Engage in community outreach and development projects to enhance local quality of life.

Requirements

• Master's degree in a discipline represented in Gibbs College or a related field.
• Experience in community engagement, design, and/or planning.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to mentor undergraduate students.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with project-based learning in an academic setting.
• Familiarity with urban design and historic preservation.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and community engagement.