This is an identified position and applicants must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Person. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under Section 14(D) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Please refer to the Guidelines for Confirmation of Identity for Indigenous Australians for the requirements of this position.

Are you ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant academic community and make a meaningful impact? Join the School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment as an Associate Lecturer in Architecture.

• Western Sydney University’s Academic Decasualisation Program
• Full-Time, Ongoing Appointment
• Remuneration: Academic Level A $112,718 to $136,180 p.a. | Includes 17% Superannuation & Leave Loading
• Based at Western’s Parramatta City Campus
  

Opportunity to be part of a sector leading program
Western Sydney University is leading the way in strengthening career pathways for casual academic staff. Through our sector-leading Academic Decasualisation Program, we have created 150 full-time positions to be filled by casual academics by March 2025. This initiative reflects our commitment to reducing insecure work within the Australian higher education sector and investing in long-term academic careers.

As part of this exciting program, we are seeking motivated academics to join us and grow their careers. With comprehensive support and training during the confirmation period, successful candidates will have a clear pathway to secure, ongoing employment, as well as the opportunity to undertake teaching, develop a research portfolio and contribute to the University through governance activities.

About the School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment
The School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment is part of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Cluster, operating across Penrith, Parramatta South, and Parramatta City campuses. The School offers a dynamic range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs that integrate academic excellence with real-world application in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, and Industrial Design.

Renowned for world-class research, the School houses key research concentrations, including the Centre for Infrastructure Engineering and the Centre for Smart Modern Construction. The Civil Engineering discipline has achieved a prestigious ranking among the top 75 universities globally in the 2023 ARWU rankings.

With Greater Western Sydney’s rapid urban growth, Western Sydney University is at the forefront of architectural education. The Master of Architecture (Urban Transformation) program, now professionally accredited, reflects our leadership in shaping the region’s built environment.

About the Opportunity
We are seeking an Associate Lecturer in Architecture to join our expanding academic team. This role offers the chance to contribute to a growing discipline, teach an increasing student cohort, and develop innovative research. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape your academic career by contributing to a growing discipline, teach an increasing student cohort, and develop innovative research.

As an Associate Lecturer in Architecture, you will engage in a range of academic activities, including the development, design, and delivery of teaching in relevant areas. You will enhance your research expertise and scholarship portfolio, contribute to the School’s research outcomes, and supervise undergraduate (Honours) and postgraduate (Masters and PhD) students as appropriate.

To be successful in the role, you will need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and a high level of energy and commitment to further developing a research profile that is fresh and relevant to the particular discipline.

This is a full-time, ongoing position based at Western’s Parramatta City Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required.

About You
We are looking for individuals who bring energy, enthusiasm, and a commitment to delivering high-quality teaching. The ideal candidate will be an academic with considerable relevant experience, demonstrating knowledge and expertise in current and emerging interdisciplinary content applicable to teaching and research in architecture and construction. You will be well-versed in both the local context and international cutting-edge design practice. The role requires the ability to teach design across all levels in the architecture studio.

You will be eligible for registration as an Architect in Australia, with a portfolio of design projects and/or creative work and an awareness of digital software related to architecture and design.

Eligibility
Successful candidates will be subject to a two-year confirmation period and must provide evidence at the time of application that they:

• are an Aboriginal and /or Torres Strait Islander person; and
• hold a Masters degree or demonstrated substantial completion towards completion of a higher qualification; and
• have not previously held an ongoing position with an Australian Higher Education provider in the previous 3 years.

Candidates must submit evidence of the above requirements and any evidence they have of successful teaching results, such as Student Feedback on Teaching survey outcomes, at the time of application.

Please review the position description for further information, including the selection criteria.

Remuneration Package: Academic Level A $112,718 to $136,180 p.a. (comprising Salary of $95,248 to $115,074 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading).

Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Professor Michael Chapman, Director of Academic Program (Architecture and Industrial Design), via email [email protected].

Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Senior Advisor Talent Acquisition, via email [email protected]

Closing Date: 8:30pm, Wednesday 5th March 2025

How to Apply
You MUST use the attached CV/Resume template with your application. In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to submit evidence of your eligibility as per the criteria above and address the selection criteria in your application.

Information on the Academic Decasualisation program and preparing for interviews is available via the following link: Academic Decasualisation Program

Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.