Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Position in Landscape Architecture for the Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning at Kansas State University, Manhattan, Kansas.

  • 520586
  • Manhattan
  • Landscape Arch Reg & Comm Plan
  • Academic / Faculty - 9 month
  • Closing on: Jan 5 2026
  • On-site

About This Role

The successful candidate will:

* deliver creative and effective teaching in studio-based courses across the landscape architecture core curriculum.
* engage in significant, peer-reviewed research, scholarship, and/or creative activities.
* supervise independent graduate research.
* participate in departmental governance.
* participate in university and professional service.
* contribute to an environment that fosters a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others.

About Us

The Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning (LARCP) in the College of Architecture, Planning & Design (APDesign) at Kansas State University (K-State) in Manhattan, Kansas seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Landscape Architecture position. A tenure-track Associate Professor position may be considered based on applicant's qualifications.

Worksite Description

This position is On-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

* Master’s degree in landscape architecture or a closely allied field.
* Ability to work with a wide range of student interests and academic levels.
* Ability to teach classes in at least one of the following areas:
      - Comprehensive MLA culminating courses (studio and seminar)
      - Socio-ecological systems using GIS and/or GeoDesign
      - Foundational design for the College’s first-year students
      - Site planning and design
* Evidence of, or potential for, successful research, scholarship, and/or creative activity with a focused agenda.
* Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

The degree requirement is necessary for accreditation purposes and to ensure candidates possess the specialized knowledge, skills, and abilities that can only be attained through a formal educational program at this level.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Professional licensure.
* Ability to help students develop career-ready professional skills.
* Relevant experience in practice.
* Ability to teach studios, seminars, and lecture classes.
* Ability to teach landscape architectural history and theory.
* Ph.D. (or ABD) in landscape architecture or closely allied field.

Sponsorship eligibility:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship.

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

* Letter of interest with a clear statement of how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications.
* Curriculum vitae.
* Design, teaching, and/or research work portfolio (as one PDF file, maximum 20 pages).
* Names of three references (including title, relationship to candidate, mailing address, telephone number, and email address).

Application Window

Applications close on: January 5, 2026

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Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a supportive and inclusive community, dedicated to your professional growth. While specific benefits may vary by position, many roles come with comprehensive packages that support your well-being and work-life balance, including health and life insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. To learn more about benefits that are available for various positions, visit our benefits overview page.

Work Authorization: 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

Interview Preferences:

Kansas State University honors interview preferences for qualified applicants who are veterans or individuals with disabilities. Eligible applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, submit all required application materials, and submit required preference documentation by the closing date on the job advertisement will be granted a first-level interview.

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