How to Apply
Applicants should submit one PDF (500kb size limit) containing a letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, names and contact information for three references. Applications are due by October 23, 2026. If you have questions about how to apply, please contact Taubman College HR at [email protected].
Job Summary
The Architecture Program at the University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning seeks applicants for a one semester position at the rank of Intermittent Lecturer in the architectural history curriculum. The expected effort for the appointment is 25% per course.
Course Description:
History of Architecture II
This course examines the global histories of modernist architectures in the sociocultural, political, and economic contexts in which they were theorized, conceptualized, created, deployed, critiqued, co-opted, adopted, and rejected. It will explore these histories through both hegemonic and counter hegemonic frameworks that scholars and critics have employed such as alternative modernism, and global modernisms. Throughout, the course will examine architectural modernism's historical antecedents, the various manifestations and offshoots, as well as the philosophies and forms that developed in response. This course will run in multiple concurrent sections of different thematic foci during the winter 2027 semester (January through mid-May).
Responsibilities*
Teach one course including lecture and two discussion sections in winter semester, all in-person in Ann Arbor, MI
Prepare course materials including syllabi and supplemental presentations
Design, evaluate and grade assignments and provide timely feedback
Design, administer, and grade examinations
Maintain student attendance records, grades, and other required records
Maintain regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students
Required Qualifications*
Doctoral degree in architecture with a focus on architectural history, or an equivalent degree from a related discipline
Previous experience teaching architecture history courses
Additional Information
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well. Learn more about U-M benefits eligibility. Please note: Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring visa sponsorship. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. The salary for this position is distributed from September through April.
Our Shared Values
We aim to create a community of mutual respect and trust where everyone's backgrounds, identities, and views are represented without any threat of bias, harassment, intimidation, or discrimination. Learn more about the shared values we have for our community.
Union Affiliation
This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Lecturers Employee Organization, AFL-CIO, which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of ten calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. The posting will close on October 23, 2026.
Decision Making Process
Review of applications may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. Final hiring approval is made by the dean in consultation with the program chair, and offers are expected to be made by December 14, 2026. The selection criteria include meeting the required qualifications listed above and the demonstrated potential to design and conduct energetic, active, collaborative learning experiences.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.