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Lecturer in Architectural Design and Technologies

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Architecture & Urban Planning
  • Salford
  • 8d left

AI generated summary

  • You should have expertise in architectural design, AI, and robotics, strong technical skills, leadership experience, and a commitment to inclusivity and collaboration with various organizations.
  • You will develop and deliver programs, supervise students, engage in research, assess assignments, collaborate with external organizations, and promote diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

  • We are seeking applications from individuals who bring expertise and experience from practice and/or research.
  • Applications are welcomed from individuals with expertise in future design paradigms including AI and robotics that responds to global societal challenges, such as climate change, and capitalises on the University’s world class facilities.
  • We are particularly keen to hear from applicants skilled in architectural representation and communication, with good knowledge of technical design and construction technology.
  • The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their expertise into innovative and engaging teaching across architecture and construction related disciplines.
  • Demonstrate leadership in your area of expertise.
  • Lead and co-ordinate the work of other staff to ensure module, programme, enterprise or research project is delivered to the standards required.
  • Co-ordinate diverse activities to ensure student needs and expectations are met; act as leader of module or programme, or of significant sections of a programme.
  • Plan, co-ordinate and implement research programmes or engagement projects; manage or monitor research or engagement budgets and ensure effective use of resource; organise administrative duties.
  • Support colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development; train/advise on own area of expertise where appropriate; coach and support colleagues in developing research.
  • Collaborate with external organisations such as industry, public sector, charity and local community groups.
  • Engage with the University’s commitment to deliver value for money services that optimise the use of resources by maintaining a cost-conscious approach when undertaking all duties and aspects of the role.
  • Promote equality and diversity for students and staff and sustain an inclusive and supportive study and work environment in accordance with University policy.
  • This role detail is a guide to the work you will initially be required to it may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your Contract of Employment.

Responsibilities

  • Initiate and lead in the development and delivery of taught programmes and/or research programmes, with innovative and engaging delivery and learning support.
  • Act as personal tutor, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects, field trips and.
  • Engage in membership of professional groups at national/international level, for example professional standards bodies and significant conference committees.
  • Contribute to the planning, design and development of course and curriculum objectives and material, in in response to current PSRB criteria and current pedagogy.
  • Set and assess assignments and examinations, and provide students with timely feedback.
  • Engage in scholarship to inform curriculum and course design through research, industrial engagement.
  • Undertake individual and/or collaborative research projects of relevance to the School/University.
  • Extend, transform and apply knowledge acquired from scholarship to learning, research and appropriate external activities.
  • Identify external sources of funding and develop or contribute to funding bids – research, knowledge transfer and engagement grant applications.
  • Promote graduate studies by contributing to the supervision of postgraduate research.
  • Write and contribute to publications in peer reviewed academic journals and/or disseminate research findings using other appropriate media.
  • Make presentations at conferences or exhibit work in other appropriate events, participating in dissemination and engagement activities to contribute to the knowledge base of area of expertise, maximise policy, media industrial or community impact of research.
  • Demonstrate leadership in your area of expertise.
  • Lead and co-ordinate the work of other staff to ensure module, programme, enterprise or research project is delivered to the standards required.
  • Co-ordinate diverse activities to ensure student needs and expectations are met; act as leader of module or programme, or of significant sections of a programme.
  • Plan, co-ordinate and implement research programmes or engagement projects; organise external activities such as student projects, field trips and industrial placements; manage or monitor research or engagement budgets and ensure effective use of resource; organise administrative duties.
  • Support colleagues with less experience and advise on personal development; train/advise on own area of expertise where appropriate; coach and support colleagues in developing research.
  • Collaborate with external organisations such as industry, public sector, charity and local community groups.
  • Perform any other duties appropriate to the grade as may be required by the Dean of School/Director/Subject Head.
  • Comply with the personal health and safety responsibilities specified in the University Health and Safety policy.
  • Engage with the University’s commitment to deliver value for money services that optimise the use of resources by maintaining a cost-conscious approach when undertaking all duties and aspects of the role.
  • Promote equality and diversity for students and staff and sustain an inclusive and supportive study and work environment in accordance with University policy.
  • This role detail is a guide to the work you will initially be required to. It may be changed from time to time to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your Contract of Employment.

FAQs

What is the closing date for applications for this position?

The closing date for applications is 27/04/2025 at 23:55.

Where is the primary location for this job?

The primary location for this job is at the Salford - Peel Park Campus.

What is the contract type for this position?

The contract type for this position is Full Time Permanent.

What is the salary range for this role?

The salary for this role is £46,735 - £55,755.

What are the key responsibilities associated with teaching and learning in this role?

Key responsibilities include initiating and leading the development and delivery of taught and/or research programmes, acting as a personal tutor, engaging in membership of professional groups, contributing to course and curriculum development, and assessing assignments while providing timely feedback to students.

What research activities are expected from the successful candidate?

The successful candidate is expected to undertake individual and/or collaborative research projects, extend and apply acquired knowledge to learning and research, identify external funding sources, contribute to postgraduate supervision, write for peer-reviewed journals, and present at conferences.

What leadership responsibilities will the lecturer have?

The lecturer will demonstrate leadership in their area of expertise, coordinate work among staff, support colleagues, manage research budgets, and collaborate with external organizations.

What commitments does the University of Salford have regarding equality and diversity?

The University is committed to promoting equality and diversity for students and staff and sustaining an inclusive and supportive study and work environment.

What support networks are available for colleagues at the University of Salford?

There are wide-ranging colleague support networks, promoting awareness events throughout the year, and extensive faith center facilities to support the community's diverse beliefs and values.

When are interviews for this role anticipated to take place?

Interviews for this role are anticipated to take place between 5 - 16 May.

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