12-Month Lecturer - Department of Landscape Architecture

12-Month Lecturer - Department of Landscape Architecture

The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) is a pioneer of purpose‑driven science and Cornell University’s second largest college. We work across disciplines to tackle the challenges of our time through world‑renowned research, education, and outreach. The questions we probe and the answers we seek focus on three overlapping concerns:
1) the need for an understanding of the world’s complex, interlocking systems;
2) the belief that access to nutritious food and a healthy environment is a fundamental human right;
3) the conviction that ensuring a prosperous global future depends on the ability to support local people and communities everywhere.

This position requires an experienced instructor to teach a total of six courses over the course of one year. In Summer 2026, the instructor will be responsible for teaching LA 7005, LA Design Studio NYC, and LA 7006, LA Design Seminar NYC, both of which will take place in New York City, NY. During Fall 2026 and Spring 2027, the instructor will teach one studio course and one seminar course each semester on the Ithaca, NY campus, with the specific courses to be determined in consultation with the department chair.

The lecturer will be invited to participate in the ongoing affairs of the department, including open faculty meetings, committee work, and typical service duties such as attendance at lectures, thesis reviews, and other events.

• Teaching (including preparation, grading, holding office hours, etc.) – 90%
• Service – 10%

A Master’s degree (MLA) or PhD in Landscape Architecture. Prior teaching experience is preferred. Holding a valid driver’s license for course field trips is desirable but not required.

The position requires supervision of student assistants.

The lecturer will not have formal advisees assigned to them, but students will expect informal advice on job searches and internship opportunities. The lecturer may also advise students working on independent research or design projects.

Qualified candidates should submit a short cover letter, curriculum vitae, portfolio, and contact information for three references via the website. Please apply via Academic Jobs Online (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications will be reviewed as received, continuing until a suitable applicant is identified.

• Prior relevant work or industry experience.
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
• Academic Discipline.
• Unique applicable skills.

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