Lecturer (EF) in Landscape Architecture

Lecturer (EF) in Landscape Architecture - School of Built Environment

Job no: 526884

Work type: part time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Lecturer

Employment Type: Continuing, Part Time (14-hour week)

Remuneration: Level B position $123,620 - $145,730 + 17% Superannuation and annual leave loading Pro Rata)

Location: Kensington, NSW

We are in the process of building and expanding Faculty Arts, Design & Architecture (ADA)

About the Faculty:

We are currently seeking expressions of interest for a variety of academic positions across the Faculty of Arts, Design & Architecture (ADA) because we are building and expanding. The Faculty is guided by our ADA2051 vision: through creativity, collaboration and inclusion we seek and solve problems to improve life on earth.

At UNSW ADA our diversity is our strength. We span over 60 subject areas - from media, education, construction, textiles, social work, languages, music – and much more. Organised across six Schools and multiple research centres we support world-class facilities and strong industry engagement on our Kensington and Paddington campuses. We equip our students with the skills and experience to think creatively and critically and translate their knowledge and experience into exciting careers.

Why The Role Matters:

UNSW School of Built Environment is seeking an outstanding and inspiring educator in Landscape Architecture. As a Lecturer (Education Focussed) you are expected to carry out professional activities that contribute significantly to achieving the teaching and service missions of the School of Built Environment and the Program of Landscape Architecture. We are tackling pressing environmental and societal challenges such as biodiversity loss, human induced climate change and spatial inequality so present in many of our cities globally. Candidates with knowledge and experience in urban ecology, designing for climate change, the material impacts of climate change, and the skills to assess climate change and landscape performance are encouraged.

Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

• Demonstrate and continuously develop a well-defined teaching philosophy that inspires student learning and improves teaching and student experience.


• Initiate the development of emerging pedagogical approaches to teaching and learning with the support of more senior academics, including the development of applied methodologies for climate positive design and improved landscape performance outcomes (socially, environmentally and economically).


• Coordinate courses and manage course administration such as Course Authority, including academic quality assurance.


• Assess student learning achievements and support students in postgraduate and undergraduate courses in line with UNSW policy.


• Maintain professional development in pedagogy, disciplinary knowledge and deliver minimum professional accreditation requirements as determined by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects.


• Demonstrate excellent team skills by making a positive contribution to the Landscape Architecture Program and School School/Faculty committees as required.

Skills and Experience:

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

• A PhD in a landscape architecture or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience in Landscape Architecture equivalent to AQF Level 10.


• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date and advancing discipline knowledge.


• Demonstrated high-quality teaching effectiveness, and teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.


• Demonstrated knowledge of relevant and emerging digital technologies relevant to the field of landscape architecture, including those that support climate change adaptation and improved landscape performance outcomes (socially, environmentally, economically).


• Demonstrated working knowledge of relevant state and national policies and their role in progressing the profession of landscape architecture including those related to Caring for Country and Climate Positive Design.


• A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry. Professional Registration with the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects desirable.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)


• Career development opportunities


• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments (pro rata)


• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period


• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

How to Apply:

Please submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Monday 7th October 2024 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses how your skills and experience align to this position (3 pages maximum).

Get in Touch:

If you have any queries about the role, please contact Philip Oldfield at p.oldfield@unsw.edu.au.

If you have any queries about the recruitment process, please contact Persa Tzakis at p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au.

Please note, any applications sent to the contacts above will not be accepted.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Position Description

Advertised: 16 Sep 2024 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close: 07 Oct 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time