The School of Architecture at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is currently seeking applications for a tenured or tenured-track position, at the rank of either Associate or Full Professor, beginning as early as the fall of 2009.

 The Schools of Engineering and Architecture are jointly seeking applications for the Bedford Professorship, a three-year visiting chair at the rank of Professor in the field of Advanced Building Systems.

 Applicants must be committed to interdisciplinary education, practice and research and be able to demonstrate exemplary experience in the design and construction of progressive buildings. Candidates must also have expertise in building systems and systems integration, and in technologies supporting sustainable approaches to design and construction. An earned doctorate will be a significant plus. Of equal value will be extensive and exemplary practical experience in collaborative and innovative engineering/architectural initiatives. A commitment to both architecture and engineering is a must. The successful candidate will be expected to teach interdisciplinary courses and engage in research and scholarship. In addition, it is assumed that she or he will help spearhead the development of a joint school graduate program in Advanced Building Systems.

 Applicants should send a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching and research interests, and a list of references to:

Chair of the Search Committee, Bedford Professorship
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Attn: Emily Luddy, Greene Building 115
110 Eighth Street, Troy, NY  12180-3590

 The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Rensselaer is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

 Rensselaer welcomes candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, geographical, gender and ethnic perspectives to its work and campus communities.