Tennessee Tech University seeks a visionary architect-educator to serve as the Founding Director of its new School of Architecture. The Director will lead the launch, continual development, and accreditation of a new Bachelor of Architecture program that prepares graduates to become competent, skilled, professionally licensed, and community-minded architects. This search seeks a collaborative and innovative leader with the vision to build a nationally distinctive architecture program from the ground up. Supported by Tennessee Tech’s strong culture of cross-campus collaboration, the Director will be able to focus on advancing curricular excellence, developing state-of-the-art facilities, promoting professional and practice readiness, and recruiting and mentoring outstanding faculty and students. The Director is a full-time, 12-month faculty appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor and reports to the Provost. Strategic Leadership • Provide strategic leadership for the growth of the Bachelor of Architecture program, establishing a distinctive vision aligned with Tennessee Tech’s mission and goals. Academic and Administrative Oversight • Oversee curriculum refinement, assessment, and accreditation readiness (NAAB). • Coordinate the renovation of facilities to create state-of-the-art studio space, classrooms, and labs. • Recruit, mentor, and support faculty and staff, cultivating a collegial, collaborative, and respectful culture. • Guide the admissions process and student recruitment strategy in partnership with the Division of Communication and Enrollment. • Cultivate relationships with external partners, practitioners, and community organizations to enhance student career readiness and program impact. • Provide administrative oversight of faculty, budget planning, and resource allocation. Teaching and Scholarship • Teach courses in the Bachelor of Architecture program and contribute to its intellectual and creative culture. • Support scholarship and/or professional practice that enhances architectural education. Accreditation and Assessment • Lead the process of seeking initial NAAB accreditation and ensure compliance with all accreditation standards. • Develop and oversee ongoing program assessment, continuous improvement, and professional relevance. • Serve as the primary liaison with NAAB and relevant professional bodies. Required Qualifications: • A minimum of a master’s degree in architecture (NAAB-accredited M.Arch or equivalent). • Demonstrated record of excellence in architectural education, including teaching architecture studios, lecture-based courses, and seminars. • Evidence of an established record of peer-reviewed creative work and/or scholarly productivity. • Effective communication and interpersonal skills. • Experience working with NAAB accreditation processes. • Leadership experience in higher education, architectural practice, or related settings. Preferred qualifications: • Ph.D. or other terminal research degree in architecture or a closely related field. • Professional licensure in architecture. • Experience in strategic planning, curriculum development, program assessment, and budget and resource management.