College of Architecture & Design
JOB POSTINGS

Adjunct Faculty

Adjunct faculty positions are available in the Architecture Department for the following areas:

Architectural History

Candidates must have the ability to teach survey courses in the History of the Designed Environment, or elective courses such as the History of Detroit Architecture or 20th Century Architecture.  Preferred qualifications are:  A Ph.D or M.A. in Architectural History; D. Arch. with a concentration/major in architectural history.  Acceptable under the right circumstances:  Ph.D or M.A. in Art History, D. Arch., M.Arch. (with significant history coursework).

All potential candidates must have had courses in architectural history (can include teaching assistant experience).  Potential candidates must provide a CV with references and a written description of all architectural history courses taught; those without a degree or major in architectural history must also provide written descriptions of all architectural history courses taken.  Potential candidates may also submit a paper or publication dealing with an area of architectural history.

Environmental Control Systems

Preferred qualifications are: a bachelor’s degree in engineering or architecture and demonstrated expertise in the subject are to be taught (course subject areas are listed below).  Additionally, one of the following minimum academic criterions should also be met: a master’s degree (preferably in the subject area) or registration as an architect or professional engineer.  Teaching experience is desired, but not required.  Candidates must provide a CV and references.  Portfolios are not appropriate if the candidate is an engineer.

Environmental Control Systems I (ECS1) subjects include acoustics, electricity and lighting design, with the strongest emphasis on acoustics.

Environmental Control Systems II (ECS2) subjects include HVAC, plumbing and fire protection, with the strongest emphasis on HVAC.

If you are interested in applying for adjunct positions in undergraduate architecture courses, please send a letter of intent, a resume with 3 references listed, to:

Professor Daniel Faoro, AIA
Interim Chair, Department of Architecture
College of Architecture and Design
Lawrence Technological University
21000 West Ten Mile Road
Southfield, MI 48075
faoro@ltu.edu

Art and Design Department Courses

There are three programs in the Art and Design department seeking qualified adjunct faculty.

Interior Architecture and Design

The CIDA accredited undergraduate Interior Architecture program is seeking qualified individuals to teach Interior Architecture studios that focus on Retail and Hospitality Design, Office Design, and Health Care Design.  We are also seeking people who can teach the Interior Architecture component of the Integrated Design Studio that occurs during the second semester each year.  A degree in Interior Design or Architecture is required.  Preference is give to people with NCIDQ certification and/or a graduate degree. 

The Master’s in Interior Design is a post professional degree aimed at either people who are changing careers and register in our 3+ program or practicing designers who seek an advanced degree that incorporates current practice with design theory.  We are seeking people who hold at least one graduate degree to teach in this program.

Imaging

The NASAD accredited B.F.A. in imaging program is seeking adjunct faculty with qualifications in teaching 2-D Design, 3-D Design, photography, sculpture, graphic design, digital imaging, web design, video design, and product design.  The Art and Design Department is expanding its program offerings and we encourage people who are interested in developing new courses.  Qualifications include a B.F.A. with an M.F.A. and practice experience in one of the areas preferred.

If you are interested in applying for an adjunct faculty position in Interior Architecture, please send a letter of intent and a resume with 3 references listed, to:

Glen S. LeRoy, FAIA, FAICP
Dean, College of Architecture and Design
gleroy@ltu.edu

If you are interested in applying for an adjunct faculty position in Imaging, please send a letter of intent and a resume with 3 references listed to:

Vance Hanna
Department Chair, Art and Design
College of Architecture and Design
Lawrence Tech University
21000 West Ten Mile Road
Southfield, MI  48075       
vhanna@ltu.edu

Graduate Program in Architecture

Adjunct teaching positions are available in Studio and Seminar courses.  The NAAB accredited Master’s in Architecture has four concentrations.  Faculty with expertise in one of these concentrations are encouraged to apply.

Potential candidates should have at least one professional degree in architecture and at least one graduate degree.  Preference is given to those who have architectural registration or a Ph.D.

Online Certificate in Architectural Management

We are currently offering a 15 credit hour certificate in Architectural Management that is delivered entirely online.  We are seeking adjunct faculty to teach online courses.  Qualifications include a professional degree in architecture, a graduate degree and management experience, architectural registration is preferred.

If you are interested in teaching graduate courses in architecture, please send a letter of intent and a resume with 3 references listed, to:

Glen S. LeRoy, FAIA, FAICP
Dean, College of Architecture and Design
gleroy@ltu.edu