Job description
Judson University’s Department of Architecture & Interior Design invites applications for one, full-time, Assistant Professor Position in Architectural Design & Digital Design beginning on August 1st, 2026. The position will be held at Judson University’s Elgin Campus.
About the Opportunity
The Department of Architecture has opened one Assistant Professor position to teach and advance research in the areas of Architectural Design and Digital Design. The successful candidate will commit to teaching undergraduate and graduate architectural design studios. Additionally, the successful candidate will lead seminars focused on digital design and simulation, fabrication, or related courses.
Salary/Benefits:
Commensurate with experience & education
Required Qualifications:
Successful candidates must possess a Master of Architecture, experience in conducting research individually and with the support of students, a commitment to excellence in teaching within a Christ-centered academic community, and experience teaching at the college level. At least one year of teaching experience conducting architectural design studios and leading digital design seminars and research.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Architecture, Design, Digital Design, or Allied Disciplines.
Interest and demonstrated strengths in the areas of Digital Design, Simulation, Visualization, and Building Information Modelling. The candidate should demonstrate proficiency in industry standard software, including: 1.) Rhino; 2.) Revit; 3.) Sketch-Up; 4.) AutoCAD; and 5.) 3d Max. Additionally, the successful candidate will also be able to maintain the Architecture & Interior Design Fab Lab, manage the regular maintenance of the equipment and the space, mentor student workers and manage their working hours.
How to apply
Required Submission Documents:
Interested applicants must submit the following materials in digital format (PDF). Unfortunately, incomplete applications will not be considered:
1. Letter of interest (maximum two pages)
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Professional, creative work, and student work (maximum twenty pages) (10MB)
4. A completed Judson University’s Employment Application Form including answers to the General Questions regarding one’s faith.
5. Unofficial copies of transcripts (official copies will be required after hiring).
Timeline
Revision of submitted material will begin immediately. The candidate search will continue until the position is filled. The successful candidate will begin duties on August 1st, 2026.
Contact Information:
Please submit questions about the position and application materials (in electronic format) to Kellyn Lawrence at [email protected] (.) Please submit application documents as PDFs and include the title “Assistant/Associate” Professor of Architecture” in the subject line of the email. Additional information or questions should be addressed through the Department of Architecture & Interior Design. Please contact Dr. Edgardo Perez-Maldonado, Assistant Chair of the Department of Architecture & Interior Design at [email protected] (.)
Deadline for Application:
Applications will be considered until the position is filled.
About Judson University
Judson University is a Christian institution representing the Church at work in higher education. Its campus is located along the picturesque Fox River in the city of Elgin just 36 miles northwest of Chicago, Judson is home to over 1,100 students from 42 states and 28 countries. We offer more than 50 undergraduate majors, minors, and pre-professional programs: eight master’s degrees and three doctoral programs.
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunities. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, military, or veteran status
Judson University has an established policy of equal academic and employment opportunity. This policy is applied to all qualified students, employees, and applicants for admission or employment, in all University programs and activities, without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability, or military or veteran status.
