Associate Lecturer - Technical Studies for MA Architecture (0.08 FTE, Fixed term) School of Architecture

Join the Royal College of Art School of Architecture

Led by Dr. Adrian Lahoud, the RCA School of Architecture offers a stimulating and vibrant cultural context for study in one of the world’s leading cities for design and the creative industries. Our distinctive College environment provides students with the unique opportunity to engage in live projects and collaborate with designers and fine artists in an intensive, postgraduate-only setting.

The Royal College of Art (RCA) is seeking new Associate Lecturers to join the Technical Studies team within the School of Architecture. We are particularly interested in candidates with teaching experience and a background in Environmental Design and Sustainability or practicing architects with construction experience across multiple scales.

Role Overview:

As an Associate Lecturer, you will teach alongside the Architecture Design Studio (ADS) and support students in developing the technical aspects of their design work during terms 2 and 3 of the academic calendar. You will guide a tutorial group of 6-9 students, providing tutorials and support throughout their projects and into assessments.

Key Responsibilities:

Learning & Teaching:

• Deliver high-quality teaching content tailored to individual student needs.
• Contribute to cross-school and cross-disciplinary teaching and activities.
• Provide academic, pastoral, and, where appropriate, technical tutorial support through regular one-to-one meetings.
• Offer constructive feedback to help students improve their skills and work quality.
• Stay current with subject matter and professional contexts, ensuring up-to-date knowledge.
• Keep informed on innovations and best practices in teaching and learning.
• Participate in student assessments.

Why Join Us?

The RCA is the world’s most influential postgraduate institution of art and design, dedicated to providing exceptional education and fostering a creative, research-rich environment. As an Associate Lecturer, you will be a valued contributor to this prestigious institution, bringing your unique expertise to enrich our students’ educational experiences.

For more information on the role please see the Info Pack.

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