Job Description

Summary & Additional Information
Organizational Summary Statement: The School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation (MAPP) envisions a world where bold ideas and integrated disciplines converge to solve the grand challenges of our time. For more than 50 years, we have advanced research, education and practice at the intersections of design, planning, preservation and development. We are rooted in people-focused solutions, collaboration and service to the greater good. Looking forward, we will continue to lead with innovation and impact, shaping places that strengthen communities, enrich culture and inspire future generations. We prepare the next generation of architects, planners, preservationists, and developers to shape resilient, vibrant and just communities. By bringing these disciplines together under one roof, we mirror the collaboration of real-world practice and equip students to tackle the most pressing challenges facing our built environment--from climate change to social inequity, from cultural preservation to sustainable growth.
Over 60% of our faculty are actively engaged in creative and professional practice while teaching in our programs. These faculty work in top design studios, development firms and agencies in the Baltimore-Washington area, bringing their expertise and talent into the classroom for the next generation of practitioners.
Our research centers and institutes forward groundbreaking research within the built environment that advances dynamic, sustainable and just places. They include National Center for Smart Growth, Colvin Institute of Real Estate Development, and Environmental Finance Center.
Our research labs forward cutting-edge approaches to shed light on critical issues and discoveries within Maryland communities and beyond. They include Stormwater Infrastructure Resilience and Justice (SIRJ) Lab, Archaeology and Historic Preservation Lab, and Bostwick House.
Background Checks: Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position: The Architecture Program within the School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation at the University of Maryland, College Park, seeks a part time Lecturer for the upcoming semester to teach ARCH400 - Architecture Design Studio I - an introduction to architectural design with particular emphasis on conventions and principles of architecture, visual and verbal communication skills, formal analysis, design process, spatial composition, architectural promenade, basic program distribution, and elementary constructional and environmental responses.
The chosen candidate should expect to attend an orientation session for lecturers in the Architecture building, comply with the policies and procedures found in the Architecture Program Faculty Handbook, consult the Architecture Program Calendar prior to planning the semester's activities, write a course syllabus in compliance with University of Maryland and Architecture Program policy, provide students with a written assessment of their progress minimally at mid-semester and notify the Architecture Program Director in writing of any student who is failing the course.
Additionally, lecturers meet at the time and place specified in the University's online course schedule, Testudo (http://testudo.umd.edu), and offer a final examination at the time and place designated in Testudo. For studio courses the final review counts as a final examination.
Please note that all courses will be taught in person on the College Park campus.

The Architecture Program has a national reputation for design excellence in building craft, urban design, and sustainability as evidenced by the award-winning Integrated Design studio and Advanced Technology course sequence; numerous honors in the arena of urban design including two ULIHines Competition wins and six times in the
final four in ten years; WaterShed, the first-place winner at the 2011 United States Department of Energy Solar Decathlon along with LeafHouse (second place in 2007) and reACT (second place in 2017) making us the international leader in this competition; in six years we've placed first twice and were runner up twice in the HUD Affordable Housing competition; and many other citations.
Minimum Qualifications: In compliance with the University System of Maryland Policy on Appointment, Evaluation, and Promotion Procedures (AEP), the Architecture Program's minimum criteria for appointment of instructional professional track faculty is:
Education and Experience:A Master's degree in the field of instruction or related field and demonstrated successful teaching at the college level and/or relevant professional experience (as determined by the search committee and the Architecture Program Director).

Criteria for evaluating candidates will include the following:Evidence of success in teaching undergraduate students. Evidence of expertise that complements or contributes to delivery of undergraduate architecture courses. Demonstrated ability to contribute to the mission of the Architecture Program, and the University of Maryland.

Preferences:Experience teaching large classes (50+) is preferred Candidates who demonstrate a commitment and experience working closely with students and colleagues in architectural design studios will be given preference

Additional Information: All professional track and adjunct faculty shall be hired through formal, transparent, and systematic processes.
Physical Demands: N/A
Required Application Materials:An application letter A current CV The names and contact information for three references Sample teaching materials, i.e., course syllabi and course evaluations.

The search committee will begin reviewing applications beginning approximately Monday, December 1, 2025, and will conduct interviews shortly thereafter. This position has a hire date of 01/11/2026.
Best Consideration Date: 12/01/2025

Posting Close Date: 12/05/2025

Open Until Filled: No

Department
ARCH-Architecture Program
Worker Sub-Type
Faculty Regular
Salary Range
$58,000 - $60,000
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

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