Department: Department of Urban Planning and Architecture
Contract Type: Academic – Full time
Closing Date: October 17, 2026

Job Purpose

To contribute to excellence in architecture and urban planning education through high-quality teaching, student mentorship, research, curriculum development, professional engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration, supporting the University’s mission and commitment to socially responsive practice.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

·       Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in architecture or urban planning.

·       Supervise thesis projects and mentor students at various academic levels.

·       Conduct and publish high-quality research in areas relevant to the department’s interests.

·       Contribute to curriculum development and pedagogical innovation.

·       Participate in departmental, faculty, and university-level committees.

·       Engage in outreach, consultancy, or professional activities aligned with the university’s mission.

·       Foster collaborative links with industry, government bodies, and international academic institutions.

·       Other duties assigned by the line manager.

Qualification, Experience and Skills

Education/ Professional Qualification ·       PhD in Architecture, or Urban Planning or related field
Work Experience ·       Minimum 8 years of experience
Core Competencies and personal Attributes ·       Operationally excellent with strong attention to detail and accuracy

·       People-oriented, approachable, and proactive

·       Self-motivated and results-driven

·       Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the university level

·       A strong record of peer-reviewed publications, exhibitions, or built work.

·       Evidence of research leadership and the ability to attract external funding is desirable.

·       Experience in supervising postgraduate research is preferred.

Communication Channels

  • Internal: Students, head of department, lecturers, HR, IT, other departments
  • External: Industry and professional organisations, Government and public-sector organisations, international academic institutions.
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