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Hours: Full Time
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The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture
Faculty Search Statement, 2026
Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Faculty Position in Architectural Design
The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture of The Cooper Union invites applications for two full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate faculty positions in Architectural Design. The new hires will contribute to advancing the undergraduate professional five-year program (Bachelor of Architecture) and post-professional graduate program (Master of Science in Architecture) into the School's next phase.
Applicants must demonstrate an exceptional contribution to the field of architectural design, and to design studio pedagogy, as well as excellence in their creative practice, research, and scholarship. We seek candidates who will generously enrich and expand the pedagogy, discourse, and intellectual life of the school. With an emphasis on diversity, this is an opportunity to engage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, and areas of interest within architectural discourse. We seek candidates to join our faculty and larger Cooper Union community in our commitment to provide an exceptional architectural education that is rooted in history, advanced through critical thinking, motivated by excellence in design, and fueled by imagination and social responsibility.
This is a transformative moment for The Cooper Union. Founded upon a radical commitment to equity, The Cooper Union embodies a vision that fair access to free education and open public discourse fosters a just and thriving world. We seek candidates who can demonstrate the capacity to translate the Mission of The Cooper Union toward contemporary debates, urgencies of this moment, relevant cultural issues, and emerging pedagogies. Candidates must demonstrate the capacity for intellectual leadership, a commitment to collegiality, and the ability to engage students, faculty, and the Schools of Art and Engineering as well as the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Candidates will be expected to foster cross-program and cross-college collaboration in research, creative practice, and the profession and offer significant opportunities for engagement and partnership. Candidates will also be expected to maintain a strong presence within the discipline beyond The Cooper Union, maintaining a voice in lectures, symposia, exhibitions, and the cultural life in NYC and the world beyond.
Candidates should hold a Master of Architecture or Doctoral degree and must have a proven record of teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate programs in architecture or a related design discipline. Candidates should also have an agenda for future engagement in the field through their design and research work. Responsibilities of this position include teaching across various levels of the curriculum, maintaining a vibrant design practice, scholarship and research, as well as advising and administrative work on committees, including playing a crucial role in shaping the future of architectural education at Cooper.
To apply, please submit a statement of purpose, a CV, a portfolio that includes samples of your design practice and teaching, and the names of three references, including telephone and mailing/email addresses to hr@cooper.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until December 1st, 2026. Interviews, campus visits, and public presentations will be scheduled to take place during Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. One position could begin as early as Spring 2027, if not filled; both positions are expected to begin Fall 2027. For questions contact archsearch@cooper.edu.
Compensation: Salary will be based on qualifications and experience, determined by rank.
- Assistant Professor: starting minimum salary: $90,000
- Associate Professor: starting minimum salary: $100,000
This is a unionized position.
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Email materials to: hr@cooper.edu
Posted On: September 21, 2026
Hours: Full Time
Description:
The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture
Faculty Search Statement, 2026
Tenure-track Assistant or Associate Faculty Position in Architectural Design
The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture of The Cooper Union invites applications for two full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate faculty positions in Architectural Design. The new hires will contribute to advancing the undergraduate professional five-year program (Bachelor of Architecture) and post-professional graduate program (Master of Science in Architecture) into the School's next phase.
Applicants must demonstrate an exceptional contribution to the field of architectural design, and to design studio pedagogy, as well as excellence in their creative practice, research, and scholarship. We seek candidates who will generously enrich and expand the pedagogy, discourse, and intellectual life of the school. With an emphasis on diversity, this is an opportunity to engage candidates from a wide range of backgrounds, and areas of interest within architectural discourse. We seek candidates to join our faculty and larger Cooper Union community in our commitment to provide an exceptional architectural education that is rooted in history, advanced through critical thinking, motivated by excellence in design, and fueled by imagination and social responsibility.
This is a transformative moment for The Cooper Union. Founded upon a radical commitment to equity, The Cooper Union embodies a vision that fair access to free education and open public discourse fosters a just and thriving world. We seek candidates who can demonstrate the capacity to translate the Mission of The Cooper Union toward contemporary debates, urgencies of this moment, relevant cultural issues, and emerging pedagogies. Candidates must demonstrate the capacity for intellectual leadership, a commitment to collegiality, and the ability to engage students, faculty, and the Schools of Art and Engineering as well as the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. Candidates will be expected to foster cross-program and cross-college collaboration in research, creative practice, and the profession and offer significant opportunities for engagement and partnership. Candidates will also be expected to maintain a strong presence within the discipline beyond The Cooper Union, maintaining a voice in lectures, symposia, exhibitions, and the cultural life in NYC and the world beyond.
Candidates should hold a Master of Architecture or Doctoral degree and must have a proven record of teaching experience in undergraduate or graduate programs in architecture or a related design discipline. Candidates should also have an agenda for future engagement in the field through their design and research work. Responsibilities of this position include teaching across various levels of the curriculum, maintaining a vibrant design practice, scholarship and research, as well as advising and administrative work on committees, including playing a crucial role in shaping the future of architectural education at Cooper.
To apply, please submit a statement of purpose, a CV, a portfolio that includes samples of your design practice and teaching, and the names of three references, including telephone and mailing/email addresses to hr@cooper.edu. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until December 1st, 2026. Interviews, campus visits, and public presentations will be scheduled to take place during Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. One position could begin as early as Spring 2027, if not filled; both positions are expected to begin Fall 2027. For questions contact archsearch@cooper.edu.
Compensation: Salary will be based on qualifications and experience, determined by rank.
- Assistant Professor: starting minimum salary: $90,000
- Associate Professor: starting minimum salary: $100,000
This is a unionized position.
The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Email materials to: hr@cooper.edu
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Align your credentials to EB category requirements
Determine whether your degree and experience qualify you for EB-2 or EB-3 before applying. EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive architectural experience; EB-3 covers a bachelor's degree alone.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find architectural firms with documented employment-based green card sponsorship history. Targeting employers who have completed PERM filings before cuts the risk of wasted applications to firms unfamiliar with the process.
Request your prevailing wage tier from DOL data
Before negotiations, look up the prevailing wage for Architectural Associates in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage level, and knowing the tier strengthens your offer conversations.
Prioritize firms with established PERM infrastructure
Architecture firms that have sponsored international staff before typically have immigration counsel on retainer and understand PERM recruitment timelines. Ask directly whether the firm has completed PERM filings and how long their typical process takes.
Secure your AIA membership and licensure documentation early
PERM requires the employer to prove the role's minimum requirements match your credentials. Gather your architecture degree transcripts, AIA membership records, and any state licensure documents before the offer stage so the PERM application reflects your qualifications accurately.
Understand priority date backlogs before accepting an offer
EB-2 and EB-3 both have per-country limits. If you're from India or China, your priority date may not become current for years after I-140 approval. Check the monthly USCIS Visa Bulletin to gauge realistic adjustment-of-status timelines for your nationality.
Green Card Architectural Associate: Frequently Asked Questions
How does green card sponsorship for an Architectural Associate differ from H-1B sponsorship?
Green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residency, not a temporary status. The employer must complete PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, including a prevailing wage determination and a formal recruitment test, before filing an I-140 petition with USCIS. H-1B visa sponsorship bypasses those steps entirely and results in a renewable nonimmigrant status with no path to permanence built in.
Which green card category applies to most Architectural Associate roles, EB-2 or EB-3?
Both categories can apply depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with an advanced degree in architecture or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers those with a four-year architecture degree and at least two years of qualifying experience. Your employer and their immigration counsel will determine which category the offered role and your background support.
How do I find architectural firms that have sponsored green cards before?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Targeting firms that have completed PERM filings previously reduces the risk of approaching employers who are unfamiliar with the process or unwilling to undertake it for a new hire.
What happens to my green card case if I change employers after I-140 approval?
Once your I-140 petition has been approved by USCIS, your priority date is preserved and can be carried over to a new employer's I-140 in the same or a similar occupation. If your I-485 adjustment-of-status application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 job portability allows you to change to a same or similar occupation without invalidating the pending case.
How long does the PERM labor certification process typically take for architectural roles?
PERM processing times at the Department of Labor vary and can shift significantly depending on audit rates and DOL workload. The process includes a prevailing wage determination, a mandatory recruitment period, and the PERM application itself. Per-country priority date backlogs for high-demand nationalities can then extend the overall timeline well beyond the initial PERM and I-140 stages.