Faculty Wage Instructor Assistant, Summer Design Institute (SDI)

The University of Virginia School of Architecture seeks qualified applicants to fill a Faculty Wage Instructor Assistant position to assist with the Summer Design Institute (SDI) courses in Summer 2026.

The SDI has been developed to give incoming students the methods, theories, and techniques to be successful in design studios, for landscape architects, architects, and urban planners.

Duties and responsibilities will be determined by Jeana Ripple, Chair of the Department of Architecture and will include:

Primary responsibilities:

• Preparatory coordination: approximately 40 hours of combined preparatory work the weeks of June 29 and July 6, including onsite preparation the week of July 6;
• Setup for orientation on Sunday, July 10;
• Approximately 40 hours of weekly work from July 13 - August 7 including office hours and student instruction
• Final exhibition preparation and installation

Time commitment and availability:
40 hrs per week for 4 weeks over summer 2026 with an additional 20 hours of prep work; the position runs from June 29 - August 8, with SDI occurring from July 13 - August 7.

Successful candidates must hold a master's degree in a relevant field.

Preferred skills:

• Teaching/SIA experience preferred
• Strong design skills across digital and physical media

This is a part-time, tenure-ineligible position which does not carry benefits.

To apply, please submit an application online at and attach a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of and contact information for three references. Search for requisition R0083573.

The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment. This position also requires education verification. Please know that courses that do not reach a particular enrollment of students are subject to cancellation.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment .