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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Architecture

This is a full-time post working 37 hours per week, fixed term for 18 months

Applications from current part-time staff wishing to increase their existing hours are welcomed

About the Role

Nottingham Trent University is looking for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Architecture as maternity cover for an 18 month fixed term. The department looks to promote innovation and a multi-disciplinary approach, working closely with industry, the professions and practice. The department currently offers a BArch and MArch Architecture accredited by the RIBA and prescribed by ARB, as well as an Architect Degree Apprenticeship.

You will have proven design, professional as well as academic experience, well developed knowledge of the construction industry and professions and an awareness of trends and market expectations in the sector.

Working closely with the principal lecturer and course leader the role requires excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as supporting the learning of our students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Experience in Technology, Sustainable Architecture and Environmental issues, Architectural Communications (analogue and digital) and Design Studio will be advantageous.

In addition to this the successful candidate will contribute to the development, assessment and management of academic programmes within the subject area whilst taking responsibility for undertaking relevant research, commercial and consultancy activities.

Most importantly you should have a passion and enthusiasm for teaching and nurturing the next generation of designers.

For an informal discussion regarding this position, please contact Gavin Richards, Head of Architecture (0115) 848 6016, or via email gavin.richards@ntu.ac.uk

Closing date: 4 November 2024

Interview dates: W/C 18 November 2024

For more details, please take a look at the role profile. We'll still consider applications even if you don't meet every single one of the requirements, so don't be put off if you don't match them perfectly.

About Us

We are the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment (ADBE) at Nottingham Trent University. We make, create, design and build. We’re planners and problem solvers. We draw lines, and we break boundaries. We are 3,000 students, five departments and one school.

In the School of Architecture, Design and the Built Environment, we stand half way between science and philosophy; and between tradition and disruption. We embrace theoretical rigour and insist on providing hands-on experience for all our students. We celebrate design heritage, and we invite innovation.

We’re a nationally renowned stage for talent in making and design. We investigate the physicality of tools and tech, glass and grass, and bricks and mortar. We also explore the abstract excitement of ideas and creative philosophies.

For any informal queries about the role or the ADBE team, please contact Gavin Richards, Head of Architecture at gavin.richards@ntu.ac.uk.

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Find out more about our academic community at NTU, including the support we offer to academics at all stages of their careers at Support for academics | Nottingham Trent University

We also offer:

• 35 days annual leave per year plus statutory bank holidays and 5 university closure days pro rata
• Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings Plan with life assurance and income protection. Available to colleagues who choose to opt out of the contractual pension scheme. Minimum colleague contributions of 0% matched with minimum NTU contributions of 8%.
• Opportunity to receive a bonus for exceptional performance and contribution
• Range of health and wellbeing services, voluntary benefits, discounts, and savings for all colleagues.
• And a whole lot more

Come and be part of our success. Apply today.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Whilst this role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, upcoming immigration rules changes may impact on eligibility for sponsorship, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. Visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa for more information.

This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.