The School of Architecture and Planning in the Faculty of Creative Arts and Industries is New Zealand’s leading educator of architects, urban designers and urban planners, and is highly regarded for its advanced interdisciplinary study and research, innovative design focus and studio based pedagogy. It has a diverse and internationally recognised academic staff and strong connections with its professional communities. Teaching and research are supported by excellent digital and traditional workshops and specialist studio facilities. We value our unique heritage and place in the world by developing mutually beneficial relationships and research agendas with Māori.

The School of Architecture and Planning at the University of Auckland is looking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to teach and research in the field of Urban Design.

The successful applicant will be expected to provide innovative and high-quality studio, lecture-based and seminar teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in urban design. They will supervise masters and doctoral students and be committed to delivering a world-class research and publication programme. They will also be expected to make a contribution to school or faculty service and leadership. 

Applicants must hold a university qualification in urban design and a PhD in either architecture, urban planning (planning) or landscape architecture.

The University of Auckland (42,000 students) is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Flexible employment practices
• Career development programmes
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave
• Company superannuation scheme, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information please visit Staff Benefits. 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online, by the closing date of Sunday 6th October (11.59 NZT) to be considered. Please include your cover letter and CV combined as one document.

To be considered for positions at the University of Auckland, candidates must be eligible to work in New Zealand or hold a valid New Zealand work visa.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQITakatāpui+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other equity issues go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz