Professor in the History of Architecture
Academy of Architecture
University of Lugano
http://jobs.ac.uk/job/AAM121/

Professor in the History of Architecture
University of Lugano - Academy of Architecture

The subject area of the chair must focus on the history of architecture,
in its typical connotations and resonances within the global context of
art history. A specialist in modern and contemporary architecture (19th to
21st century), the successful candidate must in any case exhibit a solid
knowledge of other historical periods, and be able to reach out beyond
his/her own domain.

Required qualifications

PhD or equivalent degree within the field of history of architecture.
Relevant academic experience.
Proven interest and ability for research, international experience
as well as a substantial publication record with internationally
acknowledged scientific standing.
Candidates must be fluent in Italian and English, and have a good
knowledge of at least one other Swiss national language.

Job profile

The appointee will be expected:

to hold classes and other didactical activities at all levels,
including examinations;
to cooperate with the head of the department in the management of
didactical activities and of the assistants;
to act as tutor for undergraduate, graduate and PhD students;
to promote scientific research at the Accademia di architettura
within his/her field , especially within research programmes of the Swiss
Science Foundation and other institutions for the promotion of national
and international research;

Remuneration and contract

Salary: to be defined, according to experience and academic
qualifications. Contractual terms and conditions are described in the
University Statutes
(http://www.unisi.ch/index/ateneo/presentazione/struttura_legale.htm).

The post-holder should be ready to take up post in September 2009.

As an equal opportunity employer, committed to improving women?s
representation at all levels of the academic ladder, the Academy of
Architecture particularly welcomes female candidates.

Residence

Due to the importance attached to the physical presence on campus, the
main residence should be in Ticino.

Documentation

an application letter addressed to the Director of the Academy;
a curriculum vitae enclosing full details of academic
degrees/awards, publications and any certified experience in teaching and
administration;
names and addresses of three academic references;
a copy of the publications which best represent the candidate?s
level of scientific excellence and his/her suitability for the academic
field being sought (minimum: 3; maximum: 10);

The candidates short-listed by the Selection Committee will be invited to
hold a trial lecture and attend an interview.

The University may decide to (invite and) appoint a candidate on the basis
of name and reputation, or to make no appointment at all.

Closing date

Applications files must be returned (hard copy and email) no later than
February 26th 2010 to:

Prof. arch. Valentin Bearth, Director, Accademia di architettura,
Università della Svizzera italiana, Viale Bernasconi 2 CH-6850 Mendrisio
Tel. +41 58 666 50 00, Fax +41 58 666 58 68 E-mail: valentin.bearthusi.ch.

Further information can be obtained from the director?s assistant, sig.ra
Stephanie Hitz, +41 58 666 58 51), E-mail: stephanie.hitzusi.ch.

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