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You will be able to access and complete the application through xe2x80x9cMy Draft Applicationsxe2x80x9d located on your Candidate Home page.Closing Date: 02/22/2025Type of Position: Faculty - Non-TenureWorkstudy Position: NoJob Type: Academic Term (Fixed Term)Work Shift:Sponsorship Available: NoInstitution Name: University of Arkansas, FayettevilleFounded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nationxe2x80x99s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nationxe2x80x99s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.Department: ArchitectureDepartment's Website: https://fayjones.uark.edu/Summary of Job Duties: This is a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure track faculty appointment. The Teaching Assistant Professor will teach in Design Studio with a related area of topical focus. The Teaching Assistant Professor will develop coursework within a five-year Undergraduate Professional Bachelor of Architecture curriculum.Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.Qualifications:Minimum QualificationsTerminal degree in architecture (MArch or PhD) from an accredited institution of higher educationDemonstrated ability to teach and/or coordinate design studio in the undergraduate Professional BArch Programxe2x80x8bA recognized body of creative workActive or developing scholarshipProfessional/creative practicePreferred QualificationsWilling to aid in the implementation of their area of emphasis, incrementally across curriculumPost-professional education in architecture or an allied disciplineDemonstrated evidence of successful teaching in studios, lectures and seminarsExperience teaching undergraduate courses across a departmental curriculumExperience working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary teamExperienced in professional architecture practice or in an allied discipline practiceLicensed or pursuing professional licensureKnowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs):Excellent communication skills both written and verbalStrong design sensibilitiesCritical thinking skillsAbility to teach and develop coursework within a five-year Undergraduate Professional Bachelor of Architecture curriculumAdditional Information:Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experienceRequired Documents to Apply: Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching PhilosophyOptional Documents: Proof of Veteran StatusRecruitment Contact Information: Tahar Messadi, Associate Professor of Architecture, tmessadi@uark.eduAll application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career SitePlease do not send to listed recruitment contact.Special Instructions to Applicants: Completed applications received by February 23, 2025, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.Digital Visual Portfolio in PDF format (25MB Maximum Size). The Visual Portfolio may include, but is not limited to, the following:
1) Professional and personal creative work with associated project descriptions
2) Student work completed under direction of the applicant with associated project descriptions
3) Abstracts for research papers and manuscripts (if appropriate).References, official graduate transcripts and background checks will be required from finalist.Pre-employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.Constant Physical Activity: N/AFrequent Physical Activity: N/AOccasional Physical Activity: N/ABenefits Eligible: Yes

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