Rice Architecture - Fabrication Director

Asian American Architects/Engineers Association Job Description / Primary Objective The Rice University School of Architecture seeks a fabrication director to manage operations and strategic implementation of the newly expanded fabrication spaces and equipment housed in the newly completed William T. Cannady Hall for Architecture. This role ensures the appropriateness, effectiveness, and overall success of the fabrication lab and shop through rigorous quality assurance measures and strategic evaluation. It also develops and leads workshops for students on fabrication equipment, software, and techniques, both independently and in courses at the request of faculty, and provides expertise and supervision to students, assisting them in resolving technical problems, equipment use, and understanding available resources. Rice Architecture is a uniquely sized, highly selective program focusing on design, including exceptional student work, world-class faculty research, and meaningful community engagement. We are particularly interested in candidates whose culture and lived experiences will expand our perspectives and understanding of the world. Rice Architecture draws upon Houston’s offerings in the arts, industries, diverse communities, and cultures to educate architects for a dynamic, multicultural world, and we work towards hiring with the same ambition. Requirements (Education, Level of Experience, etc.) The ideal candidate for the Fabrication Director position will be a dynamic and innovative leader with cutting‑edge expertise in fabrication tools, software, and creative processes. They possess strong leadership and technical abilities, ensuring the safe and effective operation of workshop spaces while supporting faculty and students to their curricular and research endeavors. They will have a proven track record of working collaboratively with faculty, administration, and students to support fabrication‑related teaching and research. The posting closes on July 24, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aaaesc