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Practice-Track Professor of Urban Technology and Design (Open Rank)
Location:
Ann Arbor, MI
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How to Apply Applicants should submit one PDF (500kb size limit) containing the following: Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position CV Names and contact information for three references A short portfolio of no more than 10 pages submitted by web link or PDF attachment (optional) For full consideration, please submit your materials by September 30, 2024 Summary The University of Michigan Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning seeks practice-track faculty at any rank to develop field-defining creative practice and teaching in urban technology and design in our Bachelor of Science in Urban Technology program. You have expertise in design, technology development, and urban and geospatial analytics. You will join a dynamic cohort of faculty in the Urban and Regional Planning Program which also includes the Master of Urban and Regional Planning and Ph.D. in Urban and Regional Planning programs.The primary teaching for this position will be within the core curriculum of the B.S. in Urban Technology program, which includes three sequences of required coursework in cities, technology, and design. We especially seek applicants qualified to teach within the required design sequence, which integrates methodologies from multiple design traditions including visual communication, data visualization, interaction design, service design, strategic design, and the design and analysis of urban systems. You may also teach new electives that contribute to overall program goals. Practice-track faculty at Taubman College typically have a 50% appointment, corresponding to one course in the fall and winter semesters, and teaching will occur in person in Ann Arbor.Professors of practice will be expected to teach as contracted; participate in service to the program, college, and/or university (i.e. serving on committees or task forces, participating in admissions processes, participating in reviews of student work, and similar activities); and maintain an ongoing engagement with relevant professional work. Although professional practice is diverse, it is almost always conducted for pay for a company or client, and is shared with a broader community of practice through practice outputs or broader dissemination which shares aspects of the practice work. Excellence in professional practice is documented through recognized impact such as the implementation, adoption, or realization of creative ideas (whether plans, designs, technologies, policies, etc.), awards and recognition by professional peers and the broader public.The vision of the Urban and Regional Planning Program is to lead the way for better urban and regional futures. Our mission is to build knowledge, development capabilities, and imagine possibilities to cultivate flourishing communities, guided by five core values of being justice-driven, environmentally-minded, future-focused, co-creative, and action-oriented.This search is being conducted in coordination with a tenure-track search in urban technology. Multiple hires may be made from either or both of these searches. Required Qualifications* Educational and/or professional background in a related technical or design discipline, such as design, urban planning, architecture, digital media, human-computer interaction, geography, engineering, or information science. Demonstrated experience in, or demonstrated potential for, excellence in teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students Demonstrated experience in, or demonstrated potential for, excellence in creative practice in the area of urban technology and design Additional Information In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, U-M offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous time off; retirement plan with two-for-one matching contributions after the first year; many choices for comprehensive health insurance; life insurance; long-term disability coverage; and flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses. Learn more about U-M benefits . Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Taubman College values a diverse group of students, faculty, staff, and administrators that includes people of different race and ethnicity, national origin, gender and gender expression, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, religious commitment, age, and disability status. We aim to create a community of mutual respect and trust where everyone's backgrounds, identities, and views are represented without any threat of bias, harassment, intimidation, or discrimination. Learn more about our DEI efforts and the shared values we have for our community . U-M EEO/AA Statement The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. PDN-9c644a05-54b9-4569-8fb9-8ba005e24953
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