Posting Information
| Posting Number |
PG193973EP |
| Internal Recruitment |
No |
| Working Title |
Assistant/Associate Professor & Associate Director of NLI |
| Anticipated Hiring Range |
Commensurate based on experience and faculty rank |
| Work Schedule |
Varies based on Teaching Schedule |
| Job Location |
Raleigh, NC |
| Department |
Landscape Architecture |
| About the Department |
The Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning (
LAEP) is a vibrant, award-winning community of scholars residing within the College of Design at North Carolina State University, which is a public, land-grant university based in Raleigh, North Carolina. We emphasize evidence-based inquiry and design thinking in the classroom, our scholarship, and outreach activities. We enjoy collaborative relationships in the College with allied departments of Architecture, Art, Design and Technology (MADTech), Graphic and Industrial Design, Ph.D in Design, and Doctor of Design programs; and outside the College of Design with the Department of Sociology and Anthropology; the College of Natural Resources; Horticulture; Public Administration and Engineering. The
LAEP Department offers an
LAAB-accredited Master of Landscape Architecture (
MLA) degree and an undergraduate Minor in Landscape Architecture.
The Natural Learning Initiative
The Natural Learning Initiative (
NLI, founded in January 2000) is an interdisciplinary, cross-sector research, education, design programming, and communications lab at the College of Design, NC State University. The goal of
NLI is to create state-of-the-art environments that support healthy human development and a healthy biosphere by engaging children and families with nature in the spaces of daily life, particularly in disadvantaged, diverse communities.
To achieve this goal,
NLI tracks trends, research findings, and emerging approaches and disseminates information to guide innovative, nature-based design solutions, combined with education programs and public events such as design institutes, conferences, and distance education courses.
The
NLI team devises and implements original research studies and post-occupancy evaluations, resulting in findings that inform guidelines, toolkits, publications, and media disseminated via NLI's
website, YouTube channel, and downloadable resources. |
| Essential Job Duties |
The successful candidate will dedicate 65% to 75% of their efforts to
NLI, focusing on developing a robust research agenda, advising doctoral students, continuing certificate programs, building partnerships and collaborations, managing
NLI staff, and securing external funding. The remaining 25% to 35% will be allocated to the
LAEP department, including teaching courses and contributing to departmental committees.
Natural Learning Initiative (65%-75%)
- Research Development: Develop and lead a robust research agenda aligned with the mission of the NLI. Conduct and disseminate innovative research on children's and families' outdoor environments and related fields.
- Doctoral Student Mentorship: Advise and mentor doctoral students, fostering academic excellence and professional growth. Supervise dissertation projects relevant to NLI's focus areas.
- Program Management: Oversee and continue the development of certificate programs under NLI. Manage NLI staff, ensuring smooth operations and effective team collaboration.
- Partnerships and Collaboration: Build and sustain partnerships with external organizations, agencies, and stakeholders to advance NLI's mission. Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration within and beyond the university.
- Grant and Funding Acquisition: Identify and secure external funding through grants, sponsorships, and other funding sources. Manage funded projects, ensuring timely and impactful outcomes.
Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning Department (25%-35%)
- Teaching: Teach courses within the LAEP department, focusing on lecture and/or studio-based instruction. Develop and deliver engaging and innovative curriculum content.
- Service: Contribute to departmental committees and participate in governance and planning activities within the department. Support the department's academic mission through involvement in accreditation, assessment, and strategic initiatives.
- Professional Engagement: Represent the department and NLI at conferences, workshops, and professional gatherings. Act as a liaison between the department, NLI, and external stakeholders.
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| Other Responsibilities |
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Qualifications
| Minimum Education and Experience |
Requires a terminal degree, such as a PhD or Doctoral Degree, in Landscape Architecture or a related field (e.g. Architecture, Horticulture, Urban Design, Environmental Psychology, Parks and Recreation). |
| Other Required Qualifications |
- Proven record of obtaining competitive extramural funding
- Evidence of academic impact (established record of peer-reviewed publications)
- Evidence of successful teaching/mentoring of graduate students
- Focus on environment and behavior with knowledge of children and family environments
- Experience managing projects and/or multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to teach in a studio setting
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience as an instructor, practitioner, and researcher.
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| Required License(s) or Certification(s) |
N/A |
| Valid NC Driver's License required |
No |
| Commercial Driver's License required |
No |
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
| Job Open Date |
02/14/2025 |
| Anticipated Close Date |
Open until filled. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
Applicants are required to submit 1) a letter of intent describing qualifications and interests along with 2) a CV and 3) a digital portfolio or portfolio link via online application. Note that digital portfolios and research publications may be submitted as "Other Documents." Do not submit these materials via email. Inquiries and nominations can be emailed to the search committee chair, Dr. Nilda Cosco, ngcosco@ncsu.edu. |
Position Details
| Position Number |
00104119 |
| Position Type |
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty |
| Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) |
1.0 |
| Appointment |
9 Month Recurring |
| Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather |
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather |
| Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events |
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event |
| Department ID |
120401 - Landscape Architecture |
| AA/EEO |
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or
workatncstate@ncsu.edu.
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. |
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North Carolina State University
Commensurate based on experience and faculty rank
Feb 21, 2025