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NYU Florence is seeking a part-time lecturer to teach an undergraduate course on gardens and landscapes in Tuscany.

This course is designed to provide students with a history and appreciation of gardens and landscapes of Tuscany from the early Roman period to the 21st century. The design of the Italian landscape and gardens will be examined from different perspectives: as a site of cultural exchange, environmental sustainability, architecture, landscape design etc. Emphasis will be placed on historical precedents, sustainable design technologies utilized in Italian gardens, and classic Renaissance design concepts. The course format incorporates  lectures, class presentations, on-site visits, and field trips.

Course Objectives

• To deepen understanding of Italian Garden history, establish the use of a standardized design vocabulary, and improve ability to present complex ideas in-class presentations.
• Recognize and analyze classic works of Renaissance and Renaissance revival garden design.
• Apply the design techniques of historical and contemporary gardens to current environmental challenges.

About NYU and NYU Florence, Italy: Founded in 1831, New York University is the largest private university in the United States. The University has degree-granting campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai and operates 12 global academic centers, along with research programs in more than 25 countries. NYU Florence  is one of NYU's global academic centers where students can participate in study away while earning credits towards their degree. To learn more about NYU Florence, Italy,  please visit the website: https://www.nyu.edu/florence.html

A strong candidate will have a Ph.D. or its equivalent in a relevant field: History of Art, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urbanistic Planning, etc. It is expected that the post-holder will ideally have 2 to 3 years of experience teaching at the university level. Candidates who have experience in teaching within an American university system to a diverse undergraduate student body are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should be eligible to work in Italy. Candidates should present demonstrated experience and commitment to interdisciplinarity and a teaching approach informed by global and local perspectives.

All candidates must submit their resume and a cover letter through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/134980. Applications should arrive by 20 November, 2023. Consideration for applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Terms and conditions will be discussed with the selected candidate.

All applications must be made online through Interfolio. If you are new to using Interfolio Faculty Search you may find the following guide useful: Job Applicant's Guide to Interfolio Faculty Search. Informal queries about the role can be directed to Dr. Nicoletta Peluffo at nicoletta.peluffo@nyu.edu

NYU is committed to providing a campus community that reflects and enacts the values of inclusion, diversity, belonging, and equity that inform academic excellence. NYU Florence is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from all interested persons including without limitation under-represented individuals in the profession, across religions, color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU Florence affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.

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For people in the EU, click here for information on your privacy rights under GDPR: www.nyu.edu/it/gdpr

NYU is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion.

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