UMass Amherst Lecturer in Landscape Architecture
The Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning is one of the few programs where planning and design are in the same academic department, and enjoys a national and international reputation with a focus on sustainability. The Department has accredited programs in Landscape Architecture (MLA, BSLA) and Regional Planning (MRP). We also offer a PhD in Regional Planning, a B.S. in Sustainable Community Development and an Associate’s degree in Landscape Contracting. The Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning is located in the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is the flagship campus of the University of Massachusetts system and is part of the Five-College Consortium in the beautiful Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, with excellent social, cultural, and recreational amenities. We are two hours from Boston and three hours from New York City.
We are looking for an inspiring individual to serve as teacher, mentor and leader in our professional accredited Landscape Architecture programs. Teaching responsibilities include a 3:3 teaching load. We are particularly interested in applicants capable of teaching a variety of undergraduate landscape architecture studios as well as any one of several possible mixed undergraduate/graduate seminars -- such as a professional practice seminar, graphics/digital technologies, landscape history & theory, construction/ materials, or other topics that suit the specialties and interests of the selected candidate. LARP faculty also mentor graduate and honors students on their capstone projects and serve as guest critics in other studios. All classes are taught in-person at our flagship campus in Amherst.
The selected candidate will also serve as director and primary advisor for students in our Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA) undergraduate program. Typical responsibilities include advising majors on course offering and scheduling, career advice, curricular development, helping promote LARP and our landscape architecture program(s), as well as periodically preparing materials for accreditation and internal reporting. Workload and course assignments will be adjusted to commensurate with service responsibilities associated with directing the BSLA undergraduate program. Should those administrative responsibilities change or be reassigned, the teaching load will return to the standard 3:3.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must have an MLA as of September 1, 2027, as well as at least five years of experience in Landscape Architecture or a closely related profession.
As this position would bring fresh, relevant perspectives into the classroom while strengthening our connections to practice and emerging technologies. The ideal candidate is expected to demonstrate evidence of teaching effectiveness; a strong commitment to pedagogical innovation and adaptation; the ability to work collaboratively with others; and a deep interest in advancing student success.
Preferred Qualifications
Studio and classroom teaching experience in a research university setting is strongly preferred.
Professional or academic experience relevant to advising students and directing an academic program is also strongly preferred.
Relevant professional experience in Landscape Architecture, including licensure, is a plus
Salary Range: $65,550-$96,196.
To apply please see the official job posting on the University web-site:
Along with the application, please submit the following materials:
(a) letter of interest,
(b) curriculum vitae or resume, teaching
(c) professional statement (describing experience, philosophy, and future outlook),
(d) teaching evaluations and students’ testimonies (if available), and
(e) names and contact information for three references who are willing to submit letters upon request through the UMass online application system.
Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2026, and preference will be given to applications received on or before this date. This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.
Candidates will interview remotely beginning in December 2026, with campus visits beginning after January 7, 2027.
Please direct any questions to Robert Ryan, LARP Search Committee Chair at rlryan@larp.umass.edu.