The School of Architecture of the University of Southern California seeks to appoint part-timelecturers to lead discussion sections for history and theory of architecture and/or history and theory of urbanism courses. Successful candidates will teach multiple seminar-style discussion sections for large lecture courses, assist with grading, and manage other course-related administrative tasks.

Candidates must have an M.A. or M. Phil. in architectural history/theory or a related field and must be able to teach courses in the history and theory of architecture and urbanism. A Ph.D. in architectural history or a related field, or current enrollment in a Ph.D. program and a minimum of 2 years teaching experience is strongly preferred.  

Complete applications must include a letter of interest, CV, recent teaching evaluations, and the names of three individuals who may be contacted by USC for a letter of reference. Referees should be able to speak to teaching abilities.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position(s) will remain open until filled. The core salary range for this position is $48.00-$66.41 per hour. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

USC is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring ordinance.