Lecturer, Urban and Environmental Planning, 2025 - 2026 Academic Year (Faculty Wage)

This job profile is only for faculty members hired to complete a short-term and/or part-time academic work assignment, such as teaching one or more courses for one or two academic terms.

The Department of Urban and Environmental Planning, School of Architecture at the University of Virginia seeks applications to fill various non-tenure-track instructional Lecturer positions during the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 semesters.

Specialized subject areas of particular need may include, but are not limited to: Studio, Seminar, Lecture, Intensive Short Course, Visualization, and/or Workshop. Qualified incumbents may be hired into one or more of the specialized areas (Undergraduate and/or Graduate Courses). Other duties may include, but are not limited to: organizing guest lectures, course-specific advising, developing or reviewing curricula, advising, guiding students in their research papers, grading, and/or organizing and leading field trips.

Master's Degree in a relevant field is required. A Ph.D. is preferred but not required. Candidates must have a strong commitment to teaching. Preference will be given to candidates with prior university-level teaching experience. The qualified candidate should demonstrate professional and/or academic expertise in the specialized subject area, and provide evidence of teaching ability and experience which applies to students' achieving the goals and learning outcomes of the program. Compensation will take the form of wages paid on a bi-weekly pay cycle.

To apply, complete an application online through https://jobs.virginia.edu, and attach a current CV, cover letter, and a document containing complete contact information for three references. Search on requisition number R0071977. Only applications completed as instructed above will receive consideration.

This is an at-will faculty wage position. Faculty wage appointments are not eligible for consideration for the Expectation of Continued Employment (ECE) or employee benefits. Faculty wage appointments are subject to change contingent upon available funding and/or course enrollment/cancellation and carry no expectation of renewal.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position will also require an Education Verification.

Questions related to the application process may be directed to brc2s@virginia.edu, Sr. HR Specialist at brc2s@virginia.edu.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click here to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.