Open Rank Faculty Position of Architecture - Architectural History and Theory – University of Oklahoma

🏛️ Academic Opportunity: Open Rank Faculty Position of Architecture - Architectural History and Theory – University of Oklahoma

• Institution: University of Oklahoma

• Academic Unit / Department: Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture – Division of Architecture

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: Not specified

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, 9-Month, Tenure-Track or Tenured

• Academic Rank / Level: Open Rank – Assistant, Associate, and/or Full Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

• Location: Norman, Oklahoma, USA

• Application Deadline: Review begins October 12, 2026; applications accepted until the position is filled

📋 Overview of Role

The University of Oklahoma’s Christopher C. Gibbs College of Architecture invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in Architectural History and Theory, beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will contribute to architectural education, historical and theoretical scholarship, and curriculum development across the Ph.D., B.Arch., and M.Arch. programs.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach architectural history and theory through seminars and lecture courses.

• Contribute to teaching across the Division of Architecture and participate in curriculum discussions.

• Develop and maintain a strong program of peer-reviewed scholarly research.

• Advance architectural ideas through historical and contemporary perspectives.

• Participate in the academic and intellectual life of the division, college, and university.

• Contribute through shared governance, professional engagement, public outreach, and service.

• Possible research areas include 20th-century architectural history and architectural and urban design history since 1880.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. or equivalent in Architectural History and Theory or a similar field.

• Experience & Specializations: Evidence of successful teaching in architectural history and theory seminars or lecture courses.

• Research: Evidence of, or emerging record of, peer-reviewed scholarly productivity.

• Academic Profile: Demonstrated ability to contribute to a collegial, collaborative, and intellectually engaged environment.

• Communication: Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

• Faculty support includes mentorship programs, research and travel funds, and teaching and research assistants.

• Additional resources are supported through the Gibbs Endowment and other college resources.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Statement of Interest outlining experience and research agenda in 2–3 pages

3. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

4. Full Contact Information for at least three academic/professional references

5. Digital Portfolio demonstrating scholarly activity and teaching effectiveness, including student work where applicable

6. Digital portfolio submissions must not exceed 100 MB

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: Interfolio Application Portal

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: Dr. Wanda Liebermann RA – wkliebermann@ou.edu

• 📅 Deadline: Review begins October 12, 2026 and continues until the position is filled.

• 📅 Expected Start Date: August 2027

🌐 Official Website / Domain: University of Oklahoma