University of Oregon Hiring for Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture – Urban Ecological Justice at Oregon, United States Full Time

Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture – Urban Ecological
Justice

Job no: 529441
Work type: Faculty – Tenure Track
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Architecture/Art/Design, Instruction

Department: Landscape Architecture
Rank: Assistant Professor
Annual Basis: 9 Month
Application Deadline

Review begins November 28, 2022 (updated); position open until
filled.
Required Application Materials

To apply include:

• Curriculum vitae
• A cover letter describing: your research; your
  teaching/mentoring experience and how it aligns with the position
  description; your interest in teaching the topics noted
  above.
• Evidence of teaching/mentoring effectiveness
• A portfolio of creative and/or design work
• A short statement explaining how you have demonstrated a
  commitment to diversity in relation to your teaching, service
  and/or research.
• Contact information for three references

  Review of applications will begin November 28th (updated) and will
  continue until the position is filled.
  Position Announcement

  The Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of
  Oregon invites applications for a tenure-track professor (open
  rank) in Urban Ecological Justice. It is well-documented that
  disadvantaged communities have significantly less access to clean
  water, healthy food, moderated microclimates, sanitation, secure
  shelter, flood control, waste collection, air quality, parks, urban
  wildlife, and natural beauty. Climate change portends ever more
  dangerous and unhealthy environments in the form of more frequent
  flooding, food scarcity, housing displacement, heat waves, and
  other threats particularly faced by low-income households. Despite
  evidence of effective environmental solutions to social injustice,
  a distinct gap remains in the research addressing implementation of
  such solutions.

  Well-designed landscape architecture solutions can foster improved
  socioeconomic, physical health, mental health, and well-being by
  providing public spaces derived from the desires, traditions, and
  strengths of engaged community members. Thus, we welcome potential
  faculty members to join with our faculty and students in addressing
  inequities as we shape our world.

  Teaching duties may include landscape design studios (graduate and
  undergraduate), foundations, ecology, technical issues in landscape
  design (e.g., site analysis, media, planting design), productive
  landscapes (agriculture, forestry, food-forests) as well as courses
  related to community engagement, spatial justice, food sovereignty,
  and design for a sustainable world.

  The 9-month academic year salary comes with a generous benefits
  package. Typically, tenure-track faculty members teach five 11-week
  courses or studios per year (slightly less than the semester
  equivalent of four courses per academic year). New faculty members
  have a reduced teaching load of four 11-week courses per year for
  two years. Teaching, research, and service are 40%, 40%, and 20% of
  the workload, respectively. Faculty often serve as advisors for
  students, but most advising is provided by advising staff
  members.
  Department or Program Summary

  The BLA, MLA, and PhD in Landscape Architecture programs at the
  University of Oregon each provide rigorous, accredited curricula
  combining theory, research, design skills, and extensive real-world
  studio instruction so that students become effective and creative
  leaders in the profession. A Bachelor of Environmental Design
  degree is also in the planning phase. Landscape Architecture
  programs are located on University of Oregon’s main campus in
  Eugene.

  The College of Design is a leader and exemplar on the University of
  Oregon campus for our ongoing activities addressing diversity,
  equity and inclusion. The College is an international leader in
  promoting the Spatial Justice Initiative, which brings visiting
  scholars to the School of Architecture & Environment to teach
  and research on spatial justice issues. Students and faculty in the
  department of landscape architecture have crafted a DEI Toolkit,
  which proactively guides our actions in making the department an
  inclusive place to work and study. The College offers a supportive
  and collaborative teaching and research environment and actively
  encourages applications from candidates from diverse
  backgrounds.
  Minimum Requirements

  Required qualifications include a master’s degree in landscape
  architecture, evidence of research productivity, and evidence of
  teaching accomplishment.
  Preferred Qualifications

  Preferred qualifications are: PhD in Landscape Architecture or
  related field; an accredited degree (BLA or MLA) in landscape
  architecture; registration as a landscape architect.
  About the University

  University of Oregon is located in the beautiful Willamette Valley,
  with easy access to snow-capped mountains and scenic coastlines.
  The University of Oregon is a comprehensive R1 research university
  that serves its students and the people of Oregon, the nation, and
  the world through the creation and transfer of knowledge in the
  liberal arts, the natural sciences, and the professions. It is a
  member of the Association of American Universities.

  University of Oregon students and employees are required to be
  vaccinated against COVID-19. For additional information see:
  
  https://hr.uoregon.edu/uo-covid-19-vaccination-requirement-employee-process.

  The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
  package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
  retirement plans and paid time off. For more information about
  benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

  The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative
  action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance
  with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals
  to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected
  status, including veteran and disability status. The University is
  committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and
  employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in
  connection with the application process, please contact us at
  [email protected] or
  541-346-5112.

  UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex,
  national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status,
  disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity,
  and gender expression in all programs activities and employment
  practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and
  policies. Retaliation is prohibited UO policy. Questions may be
  referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights
  Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information,
  related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the
  statement of
  non-discrimination.

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  services. The Annual Campus Security and Fire Safety Report is
  available online at
  https://clery.uoregon.edu/annual-campus-security-and-fire-safety-report.

  To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/529441/assistant-professor-of-landscape-architecture-urban-ecological-justice

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