South Dakota State University – School of Design – Assistant Professor of Architecture

Are you passionate about shaping the future of architectural education and practice? We invite applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track Assistant Professor of Architecture with expertise in one or more of the following areas: architectural building design, technology, sustainable construction, studio pedagogy, design process, and professional practice. This position offers the opportunity to inspire the next generation of architects through innovative teaching, collaborative research, and meaningful engagement with the profession.

The position is located in Brookings, South Dakota and is a 9‑month, full‑time, benefits‑eligible position.

SDSU offers a 4‑year Bachelor of Fine Arts in Architecture and a 2‑year NAAB accredited Masters of Architecture degree. The architecture program is deliberately small, with no more than 220 students, and is one of the smallest architecture programs in the United States, operating within a fabric of small agrarian and mining cities.

• Typically 60% teaching, 30% research, scholarship and creative activity, and 10% service.
• Teach courses within the professional curriculum, such as design studios, lectures, seminars, and workshops.
• Carry out a dynamic and robust agenda of research, scholarship and creative activity.
• Extend research/scholarship/creative activity into the teaching environment.
• Provide service to the discipline, university, and community.
• Teach in multi‑disciplinary courses within the School of Design.

• Professional degree in Architecture or related field from a NAAB accredited institution or international equivalent by time of appointment.
• PhD in Architecture or a related field by time of appointment.
• Potential to develop and teach academic coursework in one or more of the disciplinary content areas.
• Potential to develop a peer‑reviewed research/scholarship/creative activity agenda in the discipline, ideally in design process and design pedagogy.
• Effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

• Professional practice experience in Architecture or a related design field.
• Record of service within the discipline and/or profession.

The salary for this position is commensurate with qualifications, starting at $68,000.

SDState offers a wide range of benefits including medical, dental, flexible benefits, retirement plans, paid holidays and vacation leave, and a generous retirement plan with 6% matching. Employees also have access to internal and state‑sponsored training and reduced tuition for state‑supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.

Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to successful completion of a criminal background check.

South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land‑grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identification, transgender, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status that may become protected under law against discrimination in the offering of all educational programs and employment opportunities.

Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact:
Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, .