Assistant Professor

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor to teach courses related to socio-ecological systems with expertise in GIS, GeoDesign, and spatial analysis.

  • 518356
  • Manhattan
  • Landscape Arch Reg & Comm Plan
  • Academic / Faculty - 9 month
  • On-site
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About This Role

The successful candidate will:

  • deliver creative and effective teaching in courses related to socio-ecological systems and GIS.
  • 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 diversity and collegiality.

About Us

The Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional & Community Planning (LARCP) in the College of Architecture, Planning & Design (APDesign) at Kansas State University in Manhattan, KS, is seeking qualified candidates to teach design studios and courses in the department related to socio-ecological systems as a tenure-track Assistant Professor. We're specifically seeking candidates with expertise in GIS, GeoDesign, and spatial analysis.

Worksite Option

This position is required to be performed on-site.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in landscape architecture or a closely allied field. Candidate must have at least one degree in landscape architecture.
  • Evidence of ability to deliver inspired teaching.
  • Evidence of or potential for research, scholarship, and/or creative activity with a focused agenda.
  • Professional, pedagogical, or scholarly experience in socio-ecological systems and GIS.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. (or ABD) in landscape architecture or closely allied field.
  • Professional licensure.
  • Ability to work with a wide range of student interests and academic levels.
  • Ability to help students develop career-ready professional skills.
  • Relevant professional experience.
  • Ability to teach studios, seminars, and lecture classes.
  • Ability to teach classes in a desired focus area or one or more of the following areas:
    • Environmental Ethics
    • Landscape Restoration
    • Site Planning and Design
    • Construction Implementation
    • Urban Forestry

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Letter of interest with a clear statement of how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications
  2. Curriculum vitae
  3. Design, Teaching, and Research Work Portfolio (max 20 pages)
  4. Names of three references (including title, relationship to candidate, mailing address, telephone number, and email address)

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately. For best consideration, apply by January 6, 2025.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

Salary commensurate with experience and consistent with the position sought.

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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.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

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.

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