Visiting Assistant Professor Landscape Architecture

Position Overview

The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture (APLA) at Auburn University invites applications for a Full‑Time Visiting Assistant Professor, Landscape Architecture. This one‑year, non‑tenure track appointment (nine months, two semesters) begins August 2026. The role focuses on teaching design studios and seminar courses, advancing undergraduate and graduate programs, and maintaining an active scholarly research program.

• Teach core studio sequences (Studio I–IV and Workshop I–II in the BLA program; Studio I–IV in the MLA program).
• Teach core subject tracks including construction, dynamic systems, graphic studies, history, theory, and plants.
• Develop and deliver elective seminars or advanced studios and contribute to the Alabama Lab research initiatives.
• Maintain an active research agenda and disseminate scholarly work through appropriate disciplinary venues.
• Participate in faculty service activities, including departmental meetings, committees, and outreach programs.

• Master of Landscape Architecture or Bachelor of Landscape Architecture plus a terminal degree in a related field.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Eligibility for employment in the United States and ability to work legally for the term of employment.

• Evidence of outstanding design skills and a strong design philosophy grounded in contemporary practice.
• Experience teaching beginning design instruction and proficiency with contemporary drawing and modeling techniques (e.g., analog media, Rhino, Grasshopper, ArcGIS, digital fabrication).
• Professional registration or advanced degrees in Landscape Architecture or related fields.
• Track record of investigating contemporary issues through design‑focused research.

• A letter of interest that delineates pedagogical and research interests.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• A digital portfolio illustrating scholarly and creative work, including prior teaching experience where applicable.
• Names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three current references.

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Review of applications will begin on 16 February 2026 and continue until the positions are filled.

$70,000–$75,000 per annum

Auburn University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law.