Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in ArchitectureUniversity

Can you demonstrate a high standard of teaching at tertiary level?

Do you have a PhD in a relevant field or other relevant qualifications?

Are you a motivated academic with an established record of research publication and/or creative work?

About the role

Victoria University of Wellington is seeking to appoint a permanent, full-time Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Architecture within Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation.

This role has a focus on sustainability in the built environment and reports to the Head of Te Kura Waihanga - School of Architecture and is located at the Te Aro Campus.

Key responsibilities:

Academically rigorous interdisciplinary teaching in sustainability of architecture and the built environment

On-going research with the potential for national and international impact in the field of sustainability of architecture and the built environment

Active engagement with iwi, hapu, industry, government, professions and diverse communities

Contribution to the collegial development of the programme, School and Faculty in service roles

About you

You will be a motivated academic with established research and teaching in sustainability in architecture and the built environment who shapes the concepts and practices needed to address future planetary and social challenges.

Key requirements:

A completed PhD in a relevant field or other relevant qualifications or industry experience commensurate with the seniority of the role

An established track record in research publication and/or creative work, and an established research agenda

Demonstrated evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level and good understanding of the expectations in relation to professional competencies

Demonstrated experience in supervising student research at Master's and/or PhD level

Demonstrated evidence of good oral and written communication skills

Good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds

Demonstrated evidence of engagement and/or collaboration with colleagues in teaching and research

Commitment to the academic discipline and to service to the University, the wider community and, where appropriate, the profession

Lecturer role description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

Senior Lecturer role description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

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Closing date for vacancy: Friday, 2 October 2026.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role, please get in touch with Ahorangi - Professor Sarah Leggott, Tumuaki - Head of School ([email protected]).

How to apply: Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our careers page and not via email. Candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

Applicants who do not have residency or citizenship and require a visa to work at the University must clearly indicate their visa status in their application and understand that if they do not have a current, relevant visa, they will need to secure this independently. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

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