Job Description
Position Number:
12010545
Title:
URSP Lecturer
Functional Title:
URSP Lecturer
Category Status:
37-Faculty, Non-Tenured, Non-Regular
Applicant Search Category:
Faculty
Unit:
ARCH-Urban Studies & Planning Program
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify you from employment.
Vaccine Protocol
The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University requires that students, faculty, and staff on the UMD campus be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Urban Studies Planning Program (URSP), in the School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation periodically hires qualified academics and professionals to teach in a part-time capacity in our degree programs in Urban studies planning. Teaching responsibilities typically include instruction in one or more of the following: studios, lecture courses, and/or seminar courses at the graduate level.Successful candidates will demonstrate teaching potential and evidence of continuing achievement in their area of expertise that will help advance and/or complement the School’s education mission.
Minimum Qualifications:
The URSP Program seeks letters of interest, resumes, and portfolios from qualified individuals. Minimal qualifications include a terminal professional degree in a relevant discipline, or an advanced academic degree in a relevant area of expertise. Experience in some instances, may be substituted for degree. The School seeks individuals who demonstrate teaching experience in the form of prior teaching appointments, teaching assistantships, professional expertise, or other relevant education venues.Ability to teach in person on campus and skills to teach online if necessary.
Preferences:
An MA in Planning or a relevant discipline is required. Completion of a Ph.D. in Planning or a related discipline is preferred.
Posting Date:
12/02/2021
Open Until Filled
Yes
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
Women, minorities, LGBTQ+, veterans, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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