Senior Lecturer, Architectural Technology & AI

University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 146,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Queensland is hiring a Senior Lecturer in Architectural Technology for the School of Architecture, Design and Planning at the St Lucia campus. This teaching and research role focuses on integrating digital design, AI, and sustainable construction into curricula and industry engagement, with opportunities to supervise HDR students and lead funded research.

You will lead design studios, collaborate with industry and government, and shape the next generation of architectural designers

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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.

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.
• Lead impactful research – Build a strong research profile, publish in leading international journals, and secure funding to drive change across the built environment sector.
• 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 priorities by developing and integrating digital design methodologies, AI-assisted design, sustainable construction, and related technologies into teaching, research and industry engagement.

Skills

Teaching leadership

Research leadership

Grant funding

Course coordination

Digital design methods

AI in design

Construction materials

Postgraduate supervision

External engagement

Education

PhD in Architecture/Architectural Sciences/Architectural Technology

Job description

• 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 will include:

• 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.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

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.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Interested?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Ali Cheshmehzangi (Head of School) at [e-mail]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail], stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume , cover letter , and responses to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package, however upfront costs will still be expected to be covered.You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

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 [e-mail] or calling [phone].

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