Lecturer Position Available In Clarke, Georgia

Posting Number:

F2254

P Working Title:

Lecturer Department:

CED-Envir & Design Dean’s Off About the

University of Georgia:

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. About the

College/Unit/Department:

UGA’s College of Environment and Design (CED) is home to the oldest landscape architecture program in the Southeast and one of the largest BLA programs in the United States. In addition to the BLA and MLA programs, the College provides Masters of Historic Preservation, Masters of Urban Planning and Design, and PhD degrees, as well as certificates in Environmental Ethics, Cultural Landscapes, and Historic Preservation. The College’s global presence includes regular programming at UGA’s campus in Cortona, Italy, and a strong working relationship with Nanjing Forestry University and Beijing Forestry University. Learn more about the College of Environment and Design at www.ced.uga.edu . Athens is a progressive city noted for its beautiful surroundings, great neighborhoods, rich history, and diverse intellectual, recreational, and cultural opportunities. It is consistently named one of the best college towns in the United States and is known for its music scene and college athletics (www.visitathensga.com).

College/Unit/Department website:

www.ced.uga.edu.

Posting Type:

External Retirement Plan:

TRS or ORP Employment Type:

Employee Benefits Eligibility:

Benefits Eligible Anticipated Start Date:

08/01/2025

Job Posting Date:

12/16/2024 Open until filled: Yes Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Please provide the following: A letter of interest noting your job qualifications and teaching interests. Resume / CV. A portfolio illustrating professional practice experience and built or designed work. The names of three references with title, email address, and phone number. Applicants with prior teaching experience should submit course names, semesters, and roles, along with any applicable student work and course evaluations. These may be integrated into the portfolio, if preferred. Evaluation of candidates will commence February 3, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. For more information, please contact Tom Jones, search committee co-chair, at tom@uga.edu.

Location of Vacancy:

Athens Area EEO Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Classification Title:

Lecturer Faculty Rank:

Lecturer Contract Type:

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status:

Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications:

A professionally accredited MLA degree or an accredited BLA degree with a terminal degree in an allied design discipline.

Position Summary:

The College of Environment and Design (CED) at the University of Georgia (UGA) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of full-time Lecturer. The CED seeks candidates with professional expertise within the field of Landscape Architecture to teach courses in various year levels within the program. Teaching responsibilities will include a mix of undergraduate and graduate classes in Landscape Architecture. We are particularly interested in candidates who can effectively teach design studios with projects ranging from site design to regional planning, urban design, site engineering, and construction materials and methods. For more detailed information about the curriculum and courses offered, please visit the following links: https://ced.uga.

edu/programs/undergraduate/curriculum/ https:

//ced.uga.edu/programs/graduate/mla/curriculum/ We seek individuals with a deep passion for teaching and mentoring students who are great collaborators and are excited to engage in interdisciplinary teamwork. This non-tenure track position starts on August 1, 2025, and is an academic year appointment (9 months). The position of Lecturer is defined as a 100% teaching and service position without a research expectation. The position is annually renewable, and career advancement opportunities exist with promotions to senior and principal levels. Successful appointment as a non-tenure track Lecturer will require teaching up to 24 credit hours per academic year. Please see the UGA Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Lecturers here: https://provost.uga.edu/faculty-affairs/promotion-tenure-evaluation/promotion-and-tenure/promotion-guidelines/

Additional Requirements:

Five years professional work experience under supervision of a licensed landscape architect. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or

Certification:

Teaching at the college level and a demonstrated record of professional accomplishment that includes design awards or similar recognition. Landscape architecture licensure. Demonstration of teaching, professional practice, and/or design expertise that is highly recognized by peers. Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or

Competencies:

Proficiency using the digital tools of the profession including at minimum the Adobe Suite, AutoCAD, and SketchUp. Proficiency using digital tools of the profession beyond those listed as minimum, such as Civil3D, Revit, GIS, Rhino, Lumion, etc. The ability to graphically convey design thoughts and ideas by hand.

Physical Demands:

sitting, standing, walking Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: No Does this position require a P-Card? : No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : No Is driving a responsibility of this position?: No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): Yes Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website .

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .