Faculty Affairs

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:

• Standing faculty
• Associated faculty
• Academic support staff
• Emeritus faculty

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.

View all Weitzman faculty positions on Penn's Faculty Jobs site.
 

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