Professor of Urban Design

About the role

The Department of Urban Planning and Design at Harvard University’s Graduate School of Design (GSD) invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Professor of Urban Design with tenure.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the academic community through teaching, research, and creative work.
• Engage with a full range of urban design methods, including digital platforms, new technologies like AI, and spatial analysis.
• Develop and deliver innovative studio and classroom pedagogy that addresses key challenges facing cities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary projects and collaborations within and outside of Harvard University.

Requirements

• An advanced terminal degree in urban design, architecture, or a related design field focused on cities.
• A record of academic and creative achievement, including scholarship, design research, and professional practice.
• Ability to engage with diverse perspectives and foster a supportive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Exemplary, innovative approaches to urban design that critically engage with key challenges facing cities.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary engagement and collaboration within the GSD and across Harvard University.
• Strong record of scholarly publication and professional accomplishment.

Skills

• Expertise in urban design methods, including digital platforms and new technologies.
• Ability to teach and mentor students effectively.
• Experience with interdisciplinary collaboration and project management.

Benefits

• Tenure-track position with full-time academic responsibilities.
• Opportunities for public exposition of research and professional accomplishments.
• Residency requirement in Cambridge/Boston, MA.

Pay

$185,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time academic schedule