Stuart Weitzman School of Design
102 Meyerson Hall
210 South 34th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104
Faculty Affairs includes managing academic appointments, promotion and tenure processes; providing oversight and guidance for standing committees of the Weitzman School; coordinating University initiatives to enhance faculty recruitment and retention; and managing related resources, policies, and information regarding initiatives for faculty.
The faculty at the University of Pennsylvania is divided into several categories:
Each group has distinct privileges and responsibilities, and plays a unique and complimentary role in the academic life of the school. Separate criteria apply for appointments and review of faculty members in each category, reflecting differences in expectations and roles.
The Director for Faculty Affairs at the University of Pennsylvania Stuart Weitzman School of Design works closely with the Dean, the Provost's Office, and the Weitzman Personnel Committee.
Karyn Tufarolo
Director of Faculty Affairs
University of Pennsylvania
Stuart Weitzman School of Design
tufarolo@design.upenn.edu
215.573.4123
Pronouns: she/her/hers
Location: Meyerson Hall, Dean's Suite
The Weitzman Personnel Committee consists of five full professors, appointed by the Dean. The committee generally meets once a month to review personnel actions submitted by the Department Chairs. The Department Chairs present appointments, reappointments, promotions, and permanent tenure proposals to the Personnel Committee. The Committee reviews required documents and votes on the case; the Personnel Committee Chair will communicate the sentiment of the Committee and the reasons for its action in a letter to the Dean.
In favorable support of personnel actions, the Dean will write a letter of endorsement and the complete dossier is submitted to the Office of the Provost for consideration. The appropriate Provost’s Office Committee will review the action for preliminary University approval. In a favorable Provost’s Committee outcome, the action is submitted to the University Board of Trustees approval at a quarterly meeting.
Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania
Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice in Architecture
The Department of Architecture at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania, seeks a distinguished practitioner who is actively engaged to join our faculty as a Professor (or an Associate Professor) of Practice in Architecture. Practice ranks are reserved for distinguished professionals who wish to combine education with practice. They bring their understanding of practice to the school and may use their teaching as a way of exploring new ideas and theories. The preferred candidate should have a national or international reputation in the profession of architecture, including significant built works in the urban public realm. The ideal candidate should demonstrate extensive studio teaching experience, global reputation, strong design practice, dedication to teaching, and international connections.
For full position details and application instructions visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/153365
Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania
Assistant or Associate Professor of Architecture (tenure track)
The Department of Architecture at the Weitzman School of Design is inviting applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor of Architecture. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in teaching design studios, as well as demonstrated leadership potential, critical thinking skills in design, and a commitment to professional development. The ideal applicant will engage actively with contemporary issues in both teaching and research. The position involves teaching at undergraduate, graduate, and post-professional levels, with responsibilities including design studios and seminars related to architectural design. In addition to teaching excellence, candidates should be able to identify their specific areas of expertise within design and demonstrate a robust capacity for producing professional and scholarly work, as evidenced by a portfolio of projects, exhibitions, and/or published writings. Equally important are the applicant's plans for future practice, research, and publication. The Department seeks an individual who will contribute to both the academic community and the profession through innovative design thinking, sustained research, and meaningful contributions to the field of architecture.
For full position details and application instructions visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/153364
Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania
Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice
The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy
The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy at the Stuart Weitzman School of Design, University of Pennsylvania, seeks a distinguished practitioner with experience designing, implementing, and evaluating energy policy and/or just energy transitions to join our faculty as a professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice in Energy Policy.
The Professor (or Associate Professor) of Practice in Energy Policy will teach in the center’s energy policy graduate curriculum and mentor students; write policy digests and opinion pieces; participate in workshops and seminars, engage with media, and advance the center’s public policy impact. The preferred candidate should have an international reputation in the field of energy policy, though their disciplinary training may be from any cognate field. It is preferred that candidates have post-secondary teaching experience and a demonstrated commitment to student success. We seek candidates who express a strong interest in advancing a sustainable and just energy transition by working collaboratively across disciplines, and by translating and connecting academic scholarship to public policy outcomes. Those who emphasize energy justice and equity in their professional work are particularly encouraged to apply.
The Kleinman Center for Energy Policy creates the conditions for policy innovation that support a just and efficient transition to sustainable energy by fostering impactful research, developing the next generation of energy leaders, and providing a home for stakeholders to explore complex issues. Founded in 2014, the center has published hundreds of policy digests, reports, and opinion pieces; convened thousands of participants in events, workshops, and seminars; hosted dozens of international visiting scholars and senior fellows; and taught numerous classes to Penn graduate students.
For full position details and application instructions visit: https://apply.interfolio.com/156648
