Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer in Architecture

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Do you have a PhD in a relevant field?
• Are you looking for a permanent, part-time role?
• Have you got an established track record in research publication and/or creative work, and an established research agenda?

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is seeking to appoint a permanent, part-time Pūkenga Matua - Senior Lecturer in Architecture within Te Wāhanga Waihanga-Hoahoa - Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation. This position reports to the Tumuaki - Head of School, Te Kura Waihanga - School of Architecture, and is located at the Te Aro campus. The University delivers undergraduate and graduate programmes in Architectural Studies and Building Science, and from 2026 it will be delivering a new Bachelor and Master of Construction programme. In October 2025, Te Wāhanga Waihanga-Hoahoa - Faculty of Architecture and Design Innovation will be celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Architecture at the School is founded on a combination of the creative arts and building science.

It explores new spaces of architectural production through a collaborative approach to design, drawing on the other disciplines in the School: interior architecture, landscape architecture, building science, construction and planning. Students develop their expertise by means of core courses, many of which they share with relevant majors such that their work is socially and environmentally informed and driven by emerging issues in practice. The programmes emphasis on building performance ensures that the work of our graduates is grounded in the realities of climate change and resilience.

The Bachelor of Architectural Studies and the Master of Architecture (Professional) are premier accredited programmes in Aotearoa.

Key responsibilities include the following:

• Academically rigorous teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels across a variety of formats and topics (from building services to structural systems) to the highest standards
• Continue or develop ongoing research activity that informs teaching and contributes to industry needs
• Active engagement with iwi, hapu, industry, government, professions, and diverse communities
• Contribution to the collegial development of the programme, School, and Faculty in service roles

Ō pūmanawa - About you

Applicants must:

• demonstrate some expertise in teaching and practice
• have experience in the diverse roles of building services in architectural design and building performance
• be confident in design or design-related teaching
• understand the degree content and curriculum structure of our professional degree
• show strong promise of making significant contributions to the advancement of building services to achieve sustainable outcomes.

Applicants must have a disciplinary background in architecture and be a specialist in building services, with additional competencies in the field of construction. Existing or emerging research capabilities are part of your portfolio of skills, although candidates may be transferring from advanced professional practice to an academic career.

Key requirements include:

• a completed PhD in a relevant field (essential)
• an established track record in research publication and/or creative work, and an established research agenda
• demonstrated evidence of a high standard of teaching in a relevant field at tertiary level, and good understanding of the expectations in relation to professional competencies
• demonstrated experience in supervising student research at Honours, Masters, and/or PhD level
• demonstrated evidence of good oral and written communication skills
• good interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work with students and staff from a diverse range of backgrounds
• demonstrated evidence of engagement and/or collaboration with colleagues in teaching and research
• a commitment to the academic discipline and to service to the University, the wider community and, where appropriate, the profession
• being ablee to teach into diverse papers on architecture and design.

Role description - Click here to see further information, including salary details. If this link is not available, click 'apply' to view this on the University career's page.

Close date for vacancy: Thursday, 28 August 2025

Contact details for vacancy

If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Professor Rod Barnett, Tumuaki - Head of School (rod.barnett@vuw.ac.nz).

How to apply

Please ensure you are applying for this role directly on our career's page and not via email. When applying for this position, candidates must submit supporting documents along with their resume, such as a cover letter.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date. Applications from recruitment agencies are not accepted.

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is renowned for its high-quality research and exceptional teaching. We attract people from around the world. Our university campus spans Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington - the creative, scientific and political centre of Aotearoa New Zealand - and our students thrive on the connections we've made here.

Explore the many benefits of working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington. Find out where you fit in our strategic direction and learn more about our research expertise.

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

Discover a world where design meets innovation at our Te Kura Waihanga - School of Architecture. Nestled in the creative heart of a vibrant city, our school is a beacon for those who aspire to shape the built environment. Engage with dynamic projects, connect with industry leaders, and explore architecture that challenges and inspires. Here, your designs don't just build structures - they build futures.

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