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Position Title:Lecturer - Architecture

Appointment Type:Faculty

Job Description:Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

The Department of Architecture, in the College of Design at Iowa State University (ISU), invites applications for the position of Lecturer to teach an undergraduate studio. This appointment for this position is anticipated to begin January 1, 2026, and the initial length of the appointment will be one semester (ending 05/15/2026).

This is a part-time position.

The candidate will be expected to contribute meaningfully to the department’s teaching mission. We’re looking for individuals with strong communication skills who share our commitment to fostering excellence.

The Department of Architecture is committed to sustaining a collegial, positive, and productive environment for each individual and the collective benefit of all. All faculty members are expected to exhibit and convey good citizenship within department, college, and university activities, interact collegially and maintain the highest standards of integrity and ethical behavior.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

For the rank of Lecturer:

+ A Master’s degree in Architecture or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Experience in developing curriculum and assessing student learning outcomes.

+ Familiarity with industry standards and trends in Architecture.

+ Certification or licensure in Architecture or a related field is a plus.

Department/Program & College Description:

About the Interior Design Department

The Department of Architecture is a vibrant program in the College of Design at Iowa State University, along with Interior Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, Art and Visual Culture, Landscape Architecture, and Community and Regional Planning. The Department of Architecture is a NAAB accredited program that offers a Bachelor of Architecture (B ARCH) a Master of Architecture (M ARCH), a Master of Science in Architecture (MSAS), and an interdisciplinary double degree with the Department of Interior Design (MA-M ARCH). The department offers experiential learning in immersive study abroad programs, a professional internship program, many interdisciplinary opportunities, and strategic collaborations with other highly ranked colleges and departments.

Department Unit/Website:

For more information about our department’s program, see: https://www.design.iastate.edu/academics/departments/department-of-architecture/

Proposed Start Date:January 1, 2026

Proposed End Date or Length of Term:May 15, 2026

Number of Months Employed Per Year:09 Month Work Period

Time Type:Part time

Application Instructions:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to receive full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2025. All interested, qualified persons must apply for this position online at jobs.iastate.edu to Job Requisition Number R17906 .

The following documents are required to be submitted in PDF format:

1) Letter of application that briefly discusses how the candidate meets each of the preferred qualifications

2) Curriculum Vitae

3) Contact information for at least three references, including name, mailing address, email address, phone number, and other pertinent information

4) Other documents:

+ One-page teaching statement

Direct questions to Mark Raymond, Chair, Department of Architecture, at [email protected] Choose ISU?Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program

Original Posting Date: October 7, 2025

Posting Close Date:

Job Requisition Number:R17906

By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University (http://www.iastate.edu/) attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485. TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942.

General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.