Associate Lecturer in Architecture

Based at University of York campus (with some remote working options available)

Department

The flagship York School of Architecture is one of the University of York’s exciting transformational initiatives.The school’s expertise is interdisciplinary, building on York’s existing research strengths in culture, community, environment, geography, heritage, and social policy to create a school that supports our commitment to public good. We seek to appoint an Associate lecturer to take a role in the development of the academic curriculum .

The successful applicant should have teaching experience and a demonstrable record of working in a team. For this role, architectural  practice experience will be particularly valued and there is potential for a practicing architect to continue in practice on a fractional role.

We recognise the many benefits of a diverse workforce and are committed to ensuring an inclusive place to work. We particularly encourage applications from those who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University. We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements (e.g. part-time working, job share etc.), with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion web page.

The role is available from 1 August 2025

Role

In this role, you will work with the Founding Professor and Head of School and the Course Director to develop the initial teaching curriculum. We will be acknowledging the accreditation requirements of the Architects Registration Board and the Royal Institute of British Architects. We will launch the new BA (hons) Architecture course in September 2025 and the role holder will contribute to the delivery of excellent teaching within the school. You will be joining an exciting new school with a clear intention to deliver a curriculum that is informed by sustainable and culturally aware architecture to a new generation of architects, that responds to the rich cultural context of the city of York and the University.

This role will be particularly focussed on professional practice and developing students awareness of the role of the architect, regulatory requirements, practice management, stages of work and project development and delivery.

Skills, Experience & Qualification needed

• Knowledge of the role of the architect and professional skills of an architect with a working knowledge of the UK architecture practice context to inform the development of an innovative curriculum related to practice.
• Professionally qualified architect
• To support the development of teaching material for a range of teaching activities, including studio-based projects and lecture-based courses and ensure that the curriculum design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the Department and University.
• To take responsibility for overseeing, developing and promoting innovative teaching and learning approaches and material, which create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students 
• To connect the student curriculum and experience with the professional practice and role of the architect
• To undertake effectively a range of administrative and managerial responsibilities 

Interview date: TBC

For informal enquiries: please contact Professor Lorraine Farrelly (Head of School) via email: lorraine.farrelly@york.ac.uk.

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