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How much do landscape architecture professor jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average yearly pay for landscape architecture professor in the United States is $73,490.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47,500.00 and $92,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a landscape architecture professor?

Landscape Architecture Professors are educators and researchers who teach courses related to landscape architecture at colleges or universities. They guide students in subjects such as site design, environmental planning, and sustainable practices, often combining lectures with hands-on studio work. In addition to teaching, they may conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and participate in community or professional projects. Their role is crucial in shaping future landscape architects by providing foundational knowledge and fostering creativity.

What are some common challenges landscape architecture professors face when balancing teaching, research, and professional practice?

Landscape Architecture Professors often juggle multiple responsibilities, including preparing and delivering lectures, mentoring students, conducting research, and staying active in professional practice. Balancing these duties can be challenging, especially during peak academic periods or when managing large studio courses. Effective time management and collaboration with colleagues are essential, and many professors find success by integrating their research and practical projects into their teaching. This approach not only enriches the classroom experience but also keeps their professional skills current.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a landscape architecture professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Landscape Architecture Professor, you need advanced knowledge in landscape architecture, teaching experience, and typically a master's or doctoral degree in the field. Familiarity with design software like AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, and GIS, as well as accreditation standards such as those from the LAAB, is important. Strong communication, mentorship, and research skills set outstanding professors apart by fostering student growth and academic innovation. These skills and qualifications are crucial for educating future landscape architects and advancing the discipline through research and practice.

What is the difference between Landscape Architecture Professor vs Landscape Architect?

AspectLandscape Architecture ProfessorLandscape Architect
Required CredentialsMaster's or PhD in Landscape Architecture or related field, teaching credentialsBachelor's or Master's in Landscape Architecture, licensure often required
Work EnvironmentAcademic settings, universities, collegesDesign firms, consulting companies, government agencies
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, research organizationsPrivate firms, public agencies, construction sites
Common Search & ComparisonAcademic career, teaching roles, researchDesign projects, site planning, client work

While both roles involve expertise in landscape design, a Landscape Architecture Professor primarily focuses on teaching and research within academic institutions, requiring advanced degrees and teaching credentials. In contrast, a Landscape Architect is a licensed professional who designs outdoor spaces for clients, working in practical, project-based environments. The two careers share foundational knowledge but differ significantly in responsibilities and work settings.

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Assistant/Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture
Non-Profits • 1 - 10 employees
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$90 - $130/hr

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Assistant/Associate Professor in Landscape Architecture Georgia Institute of Technology Georgia Institute of Technology

Atlanta, GA

The Georgia Institute of Technology School of Architecture invites applications for the inaugural holder of the Speedwell Foundation Landscape Architecture Professorship. This tenure-track appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank. We seek a candidate whose work engages the design of urban landscapes and systems and explores their integration with architecture and urban design.

The successful candidate will advance knowledge across the School’s degree programs by demonstrating how landscape architecture can creatively contribute to ecological resilience, environmental stewardship, and community well-being. Support from the Speedwell Foundation will provide resources to advance the faculty member’s research agenda and foster opportunities for graduate student research and mentorship.

In addition, the successful candidate will collaborate with the Chair of the School of Architecture and the Dean of the College of Design to help envision the future direction of the Master of Science in Urban Design program and strengthen its role within an evolving design and urbanization discourse.

Job Responsibilities

This is a full-time 9-month tenure-track appointment requiring residency in Atlanta, Georgia. Tenure on appointment will be considered for qualified candidates.

The responsibilities of the successful candidate include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Contribute to requireddesignstudio teaching across the School of Architecture\’s degree programs (BS Arch, MSUD, and M Arch),including core architecture design studios
  • Contribute to required history/theory classes, as needed
  • Offer elective seminars or workshops as needed on landscape architecture topics such as, but not limited to the following: design of urban parks, urban ecology, green infrastructure & hydrological systems, climate change adaptation, etc.
  • securing and conducting funded research and externally sponsored activities

This appointment is scheduled to begin in Fall 2027, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have at least one degree in Architecture and the terminal degree of Master of Landscape Architecture, or greater. A doctoral degree is not required but is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should demonstrate expertise and a strong record of publications, as well as demonstrated potential for securing sponsored research and excellence in teaching.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates must submit the following materials:

  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Area of Research Statement (2-page max)
  • Teaching Interest Statement (1-page max)
  • Portfolio of Research Work including examples of Teaching
  • Names and Contact Information for three references

Job Opening ID: 302223

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