Adjunct Professor in Architecture

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Employment Status: Part Time Temporary

Pay Plan Series & Grade: ES0000/0000/01

Salary Range: varies depending on assignment

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington DC 20008

Brief Description of Duties

The Department of Architecture and Urban Sustainability at The University of the District of Columbia College of Agriculture Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) seeks candidates for Adjunct faculty positions in the Architecture and Community Planning programs.

This position requires the adjunct to teach design studios in the undergraduate (B.S. major in Architecture) program as well as lecture and seminar courses in their area of expertise at the undergraduate or National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) accredited graduate levels (M Arch degree). Expertise in teaching courses such as basic design and communication materials and methods of construction architecture and planning graphics urban and community design the built environment professional ethics and practice computer technology and simulation and/or preservation technology is needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Ability to utilize a variety of assessment techniques to ensure achievement of student learning outcomes.

Familiarity with or willingness to learn a variety of instructional delivery methods including online learning and social media and to provide educational content and opportunities supported by evidencebased research and individual expertise.

Familiarity with or willingness to learn Blackboard or other learning management systems.

Familiarity with the NAAB accreditation standards.

Work collaboratively with the Department Chair Associate Dean Program Director and program faculty other academic units in CAUSES landgrant programs as well as with federal and District of Columbia (DC) agencies and service providers to effectively address DC and national program priorities related to professional Architecture practice.

Maintain records of enrollment and attendance assessments and grades submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.

Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the institutions mission and teaching philosophy policies and procedures and the learning management system.

Adhere to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.

Minimum Job Requirement

Terminal degree in Architecture . or plus postprofessional masters degree in architecture or related field.

Architectural practice experience

Strong interpersonal skills excellent verbal and written communication skills

Familiarity with and adherence to NAAB accreditation standards.

Preferred

Registered architect in one of the 54 U.S. jurisdictions

Licensure in the District of Columbia

Previous teaching experience

Previous studio teaching experience

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment: Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit: Dependent upon certain criteria this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits: Due to the temporary nature of this appointment this position is ineligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation family responsibilities matriculation physical handicap or political affiliation.

Notice of NonDiscrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977 as amended D.C. Official Code Section 21401.01 et. seq. (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race color religion national origin sex age marital status personal appearance sexual orientation gender identity or expression familial status family responsibilities matriculation political affiliation genetic information disability. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Visa Sponsorship: At this time the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H1B). This job is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).

DrugFree Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the DrugFree Workplace Act of 1988 the individual selected to fill this position will as a condition of employment be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor in writing not later than five 5 days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a satisfactory background investigation is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

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