School of Architecture, Design and Planning – Faculty of EAIT

Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 2 years commencing January 2027

Base salary will be in the range $145,961.51 - $168,043.68 + 17% super (Academic Level C). Visa sponsorship may be available for this position

Based At our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Lecturer in Architectural Technology to join our vibrant academic community at the School of Architecture, Design and Planning (ADP) at our beautiful St Lucia campus. Shape the future of architecture and digital design at UQ and be part of a university consistently ranked in the world’s top 40. This exciting new role combines industry expertise with teaching, research and collaboration to inspire future design leaders and drive innovation. You will play a key role in advancing architectural technology, digital design, sustainability and AI across UQ's teaching and research programs. Collaborating with colleagues and industry, you will help equip graduates to tackle future built environment challenges. We welcome applicants who may prefer a different service fraction—please indicate your preferred arrangement in your cover letter. Flexible options, including job share, may be considered to accommodate the right candidate. If you are ready to make your mark in a world-class institution that invests in its people and their potential, we would love to hear from you.

Key responsibilities

- Inspire through teaching – Shape the future of architecture with engaging, innovative courses, lectures and tutorials that connect theory to real-world practice, particularly in mainstreams of architectural technology and architectural science. This is expected to happen through leading design studios that connect deep architectural theory with computation, fabrication, performance and material experimentation.
- Lead impactful research – Build a strong research profile, publish in leading international journals, and secure funding to drive change across the built environment sector and in collaboration with other sectors/disciplines.
- Mentor future leaders – Guide and support Honours and Higher Degree by Research students to thrive as the next generation of architectural designers/scientists and design innovators.
- Engage and connect – Collaborate with colleagues, industry, government and the wider community while contributing to UQ’s vibrant academic culture.
- Drive technological innovation – Advance the School's strategic priorities in architectural technology by developing and integrating digital design methodologies, computational design, building performance analysis, digital fabrication, AI-assisted design, sustainable construction, and emerging technologies into teaching, research and industry engagement. In doing so,



the successful candidate is expected to develop and critically evaluate bespoke AI and computational tools, rather than only the use of existing platforms.

About You

- A PhD in Architecture, Architectural Science, Architectural Technology, or a related discipline.
- An established profile and leadership in teaching and research in architecture, architectural technology or architectural science.
- Evidence of reputation and track record of publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
- Evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing internal and external research funding.
- Evidence of a high level of quality teaching at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups/classrooms.
- Experience in course coordination and contribution to the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area.
- Technologically proficient and demonstrated leadership in integrating relevant digital and technical methods into curriculum, including critique of bias, authorship, automation and contextual relevance.
- Technically skilled and experienced, with a strong understanding of construction materials, systems and processes and their impact on documentation and detailing.
- An evidenced record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.
- Experience in meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with active contributions to external activities.

We particularly welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may be underrepresented in this discipline.

Benefits

- Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave
- 17.5% annual leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements
- Access to exclusive internal-only vacancies
- Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process
- 17% superannuation
- Health and wellness discounts
- Generous leave provisions

We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity.

We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing or calling .





Applications close Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-68599).

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting‑edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high‑quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee perks (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

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📌 Senior Lecturer in Architectural Technology (Brisbane)
🏢 The University of Queensland
📍 Brisbane