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University of Oregon

Associate or Full Professor, Program Director, and Venerable Chair in Historic P

University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, United States, 97403


Job no:

533987Work type:

Faculty - Tenure TrackLocation:

Eugene, ORCategories:

Architecture/Art/Design, Instruction

Department:

Department of ArchitectureRank:

Associate ProfessorAnnual Basis:

9 Month

Application DeadlineJanuary 6, 2025

Required Application MaterialsPlease submit (upload) only the following: additional items submitted will not be considered in the first review of applications.

1. A letter of application explaining your interest in the position and which position you would like to be considered for (Associate Professor or Full Professor)2. A comprehensive curriculum vitae3. A one-page statement of your scholarly approach to historic preservation4. A one-page statement of your approach to academic leadership and professional collaboration5. A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy and approach6. Copies of two of your publications (journal article length) or professional reports in the historic preservation field7. Names and contact information for three recommenders (no letters please). We will notify candidates before contacting the recommenders.8. A DEI statement describing your past or planned efforts for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging relative to curriculum and pedagogy, mentorship, professional experience, and/or service related to this position.

Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025. The position will be open until filled. Semi-finalists will be interviewed by Zoom. Semi-finalists and finalists may be asked to submit additional information, such as additional publications, course syllabi, and evidence of academic program leadership.

Position Announcement

The University of Oregon (UO) Historic Preservation Program (HP) is inviting applications for a full-time tenured position at the rank of associate or full professor, starting in fall 2025. You will serve as the Program Director and hold the Venerable Chair in Historic Preservation for the duration of your term as Program Director. Based in Eugene, the program has strong connections with faculty and programs across the College of Design.

As the Program Director, you'll oversee the Master of Science in Historic Preservation program, an undergraduate minor in HP, and the Pacific Northwest Field School. This Field School, one of the longest running in the nation, offers students the chance to work alongside professionals in a practical learning environment. It has been supported by the National Park Service and the State Historic Preservation and Parks Offices of Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. For more details about the Historic Preservation Program, visit http://hp.uoregon.edu.

In this role, you'll be the HP Director in Eugene under a three-year renewable term. The endowed Venerable Chair will provide important supplemental resources to you and the department.

We’re looking for an exceptional academic leader who excels in groundbreaking research and/or innovative professional practice. You’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future direction of the UO Historic Preservation Program, with a focus on cutting-edge pedagogy, curriculum development, and close student mentoring.

Responsibilities Include:

Directing the UO Historic Preservation Program, including oversight of the Pacific Northwest Field School.

Enhancing the Historic Preservation Program's curriculum, organizing and participating in activities outside of the classroom, and building effective partnerships with campus units, other academic institutions, and the historic preservation community at regional, national, and international levels.

Maintaining an active research agenda and productivity in scholarship.

Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in the field of historic preservation, directing master’s theses and projects, and providing academic and career advising to students pursuing a degree in Historic Preservation.

Participating in committee service for the program, school, and university.

Minimum Requirements

A terminal graduate degree (doctoral degree or master’s degree as required by the candidate’s academic field) in a discipline or field closely related to historic preservation studies.

Proven record of publication of research, scholarship, and/or creative/professional work focused on historic preservation. Evidence may include peer-reviewed publications, awards, citations or published reviews of work, and grant funding.

Evidence of college or university teaching.

Academic leadership experience in historic preservation or a related field. Evidence of academic leadership skills may include: academic management experience, ability to secure external funds, or experience developing and managing projects funded by external partners.

Academic or professional experience that would qualify for rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure.

Preferred Qualifications

Current rank of tenured associate at a similar academic institution.

Five years full time professional historic preservation experience.

Significant scholarly interest in historic preservation related issues such as: vernacular architecture, historic building construction, contemporary technology used for analysis, cultural resource management, or another specialization closely related to the field.

Evidence of outreach and development activities.

A degree in historic preservation.

Excellent communication skills.

About the UniversityThe University of Oregon is one of only two Pacific Northwest members of the Association of American Universities and holds the distinction of a “very high research activity” ranking in the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education. The UO enrolls more than 20,000 undergraduate and 3,600 graduate students representing all 50 states and 100 countries. The University of Oregon is guided by a diversity framework that involves a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion of all students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions), age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship, service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Office of Investigations and Civil Rights Compliance.

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October 7, 2024 Pacific Daylight TimeApplications close:

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