Assistant Professor, Architecture Technology

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally. Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni. U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No. 2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Assistant Professor of Architecture in Computational Design

Position Description

The Department of Architecture in the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts at Florida International University invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure earning Assistant Professor of Architecture in Computational Design with a focus on advanced technologies, to begin in December 2025. The Department seeks a dynamic innovative educator and scholar to contribute to our Master of Architecture and Doctor of Design programs. The ideal candidate will excel in teaching design studios, seminars, and lectures at graduate and undergraduate levels; pursue research funding; engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with FIU's research community; and advance the field through peer-reviewed publications and creative work.

Qualifications

Successful applicants must hold a professional degree in architecture or a closely related field and a PhD/doctoral degree. Applicants should have a record of previous graduate teaching and a track record of distinguished research. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 534008 at careers.fiu.edu and to append the following as individual attachments:

• Letter of interest (maximum two pages) that summarizes the candidates background and teaching, research, and service objectives.
• Curriculum vitae.
• A portfolio including samples of teaching, professional, and research/scholarly/creative work in PDF format not to exceed 10MB.
• Names and contact information of three references. They will be contacted if the applicant is shortlisted or as determined by the search committee.

Direct any questions to Shahin Vassigh, Chair of the Search Committee, via email at: vassigh@fiu.edu. For full consideration, applications and required materials should be received by January 13, 2025. The review will continue until the position is filled.

About the FIU Department of Architecture and School of Architecture

Within the College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts, the Department of Architecture resides in the School of Architecture, alongside the Department of Interior Architecture and the Department of Landscape Architecture + Environmental Urban Design. The 3 departments share a rich history of interdisciplinary design and research collaboration. All programs in the School of Architecture are designated as Federal STEM disciplines. This makes it possible for international students to apply for up to 3 years of employment in the United States under the OPT system. The School of Architecture was ranked #17 among public universities in North America by the 2023 QS World University Rankings by Subject.

With over 650 students, the Department of Architecture educates future architects to become thoughtful practitioners and critical thinkers. Students arrive at various points in their educational careersas freshmen, as third-year transfer students, and as graduate students, to pursue an accredited, professional Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degree. The department has recently added the post-professional Doctor of Design (DDes) degree, which draws students internationally and offers them opportunities to teach and pursue funded research while studying.

The School of Architecture is housed in the award-wining Paul L. Cejas School of Architecture Building designed by Bernard Tschumi, which includes the Robotics and Digital Fabrication Lab, and the Structural and Environmental Technologies Lab. Additional School facilities include the Miami Beach Urban Studios, located in the heart of Miami Beach, home to the CARTA Innovation Lab.

Our faculty is engaged in a wide range of research and creative activities in the areas of sustainability and climate change, urbanism and public space, affordable housing, green building automation, culture and history of global modernism, performative scripting, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital fabrication, and architectural installations. To enhance student learning and support faculty research, the Department offers a broad range of study abroad programs. The FIU School of Architecture supports a diverse and inclusive learning and teaching environment. For more information about Architecture at FIU, visit http://carta.fiu.edu/architecture

About the FIU College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts

Ranked #14 among public universities in the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) for the 4^th consecutive year, the FIU College of Communication, Architecture + The Arts (CARTA) provides students with the distinct experience of working closely with an award-winning faculty in nationally ranked accredited programs in the heart of Miami, North Miami, and Miami Beach three of the countrys most vibrant, diverse, and creative cities. CARTA emphasizes experiential learning, where students learn by doing through art and design studios, performances and productions, a student-run communication agency, and student news bureaus in Miami and Washington DC. Focused on its engaged mission of driving the information, innovation, and cultural economy of South Florida and beyond, CARTA is committed to a trans-disciplinary, experiential learning curriculum that prepares graduates for meaningful careers and leadership in their chosen professions.

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To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

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