University of Florida, School of Architecture
Director Position
The University of Florida, School of Architecture is seeking a visionary leader, architect, and educator to serve as Director. The position is a 12-month appointment and will be available from July 1, 2025. This is a pivotal and exciting moment for the profession and the school.
The Director reports to the Dean of the College of Design, Construction and Planning. He/she is expected to provide ambitious inspirational leadership in teaching, research, and service, and actively advance the University of Florida’s goals and objectives including significant attention to improving ranking, preeminence initiatives, outreach and recruitment.
Responsibilities:
- Developing a strategic direction for the School.
- Overseeing academic, research, fiscal, personnel, and School administration.
- Representing the School within the College, University, the profession, and the community.
- Advancing funded and interdisciplinary research.
- Participating in fundraising efforts for the School in coordination with the College’s Advancement Team and the University of Florida Foundation.
Minimum Requirements:
Candidates are expected to hold an advanced degree in Architecture and either a license to practice architecture or a PhD in Architecture, Architectural History, the Building Sciences or Urban Design.
Preferred Qualifications:
It is anticipated that the appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor (preferred) with tenure. Applicants must demonstrate a record of excellence and leadership, such as significant contributions to research, teaching, scholarship, design/creative work, and professional practice in the fields of architecture.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
In order to be considered candidates must submit: 1) Letter of interest that details the applicant’s qualifications for this position; 2) Curriculum vitae, including relevant administrative experience; 3) Selected work demonstrating the applicant’s research/scholarship, creative activity, teaching and/or outreach; and 4) Names and contact information for a minimum of three (3) references. References will be contacted only after communication with the applicant has occurred.
To ensure full consideration, the required information listed above should be submitted by 28 October 2024.
Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Ravi Srinivasan, Search Committee Chair (Phone: 352-294-1406 or ).
The University of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Institution dedicated to building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff. If any accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida’s Sunshine Law. All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.
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