Assistant Professor-in-Residence in Professional Practice and Community Engagement

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Assistant Professor-in-Residence in Professional Practice and Community Engagement [R0151725].

ROLE of the POSITION

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) School of Architecture invites applications for an Assistant Professor-in-Residence position in Professional Practice and Community Engagement in Architecture. This is a non-tenure-track, full-time academic appointment within the College of Fine Arts. This position is designed to strengthen the school’s instructional and outreach capacity in areas directly aligned with NAAB accreditation criteria, including professional practice, leadership, collaboration, and community engagement. The successful candidate will play a central role in bridging academic instruction with professional practice and community-based design initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Faculty in Residence in Professional Practice and Community Engagement will support the school’s instructional, outreach, and accreditation missions through the delivery of professionally grounded coursework in architectural practice, including project delivery, ethics, and practice operations, while providing mentorship to students pursuing internships, licensure pathways (AXP/ARE), and career placement. The position will lead or contribute to community-engaged design studios and initiatives in partnership with local organizations, public agencies, and nonprofit stakeholders, translating real-world challenges into applied learning experiences. The successful candidate will cultivate and sustain industry and community partnerships to expand experiential learning opportunities and workforce development pipelines, contribute to NAAB accreditation and assessment efforts through documentation of professional practice and engagement activities, and participate in applied research and School-wide initiatives that connect students to practice-based and community-centered work.

PROFILE of the DEPARTMENT/COLLEGE

The UNLV School of Architecture (SoA) is a dynamic and forward-thinking academic institution that offers comprehensive programs in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Architecture & Design. With a focus on innovative design education, the SoA is committed to shaping the next generation of professionals who will lead in creating sustainable, resilient, and impactful built environments.

Located in the heart of Las Vegas, the School leverages its unique desert urban context to provide students with unparalleled opportunities for hands-on learning and community engagement. It is home to state-of-the-art facilities, including the high-tech DesignLink Innovation Lab, which supports interdisciplinary research and bridges connections between academia and private industry.

The School of Architecture’s faculty comprises leading educators, practitioners, and researchers who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. They are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and inclusive learning environment, with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, design excellence, and professional practice.

Through its robust curricula, strategic industry partnerships, and focus on community engagement, the UNLV School of Architecture prepares students to be leaders in the design professions, equipped to address the complex challenges of the 21st century.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

The UNLV School of Architecture is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable learning environment that reflects the diversity of our student body and the broader Las Vegas community. As part of one of the most diverse universities in the United States, we celebrate a wide range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences, recognizing that this diversity enriches the educational experience and strengthens the design process. We are dedicated to cultivating a culture of respect, belonging, and opportunity, where all students, faculty, and staff are empowered to contribute, learn, and thrive as we work together to shape a more inclusive and resilient built environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Terminal degree in Architecture from a professionally accredited institution as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)

• Professional licensure in architecture

• Demonstrated professional experience in architectural practice

• Evidence of engagement in community-based, public-interest, or applied design work

• Demonstrated ability to teach and mentor students in a professional-practice context

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior teaching experience in an accredited architecture program

• Demonstrated success in developing industry and/or community partnerships

• Experience with community design practice

• Familiarity with NAAB accreditation standards and processes

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:

  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays

  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision

  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs

• No state income tax

• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools

• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs

• UNLV athletics ticket discounts

• Statewide employee purchase program discounts

• RebelCard discounts on and off campus

• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost

• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles

• Connect with colleagues with shared interests

• Personal and professional development opportunities

• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard

• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact [email protected] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.

Materials should be addressed to Saman Jamshidi, Search Committee Chair.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact [email protected] for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance contact UNLV Human Resources at (702) 895-3504 or [email protected].

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0151725” in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us on line at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: [email protected], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [email protected]; or to both. 

Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Academic Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted.

Posting Close Date

12/31/2026

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.  

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified,  HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment. 

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.  

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All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.