Lecturer in Landscape & Architecture Design

The Role

This is an opportunity to join Kingston University’s Department of Architecture and Landscape as a Lecturer in Landscape Architecture. From this post, you will be an influential member of a close-knit group of academics behind a varied programme of research- and practice-led teaching, workshops, seminars and forward-thinking studies.

As module leader for the MLA Landscape Architecture and the MA Urban Design, you’ll coordinate a team of talented lecturers to design, manage and deliver a dynamic, relevant, and practice-informed curriculum for your students. You will take a leading role in the Landscape Technologies and Professional Practice modules, while also contributing to the Design Studios across both courses

As a leader, you will manage resources to enhance and continuously improve teaching content and experience, using a variety of technologies and approaches. You will consult with university staff to maintain quality assurances at the highest level; and will have the opportunity to work closely with students, guide them through their educational journey and ensure they receive support when needed.

Working side-by-side with talented colleagues you’ll share knowledge and expertise through professional consultancy and/or academic research, disseminate research outputs in academic and other outlets, and pursue opportunities that will support students with their future careers wherever possible.

The Person

You will hold at minimum a postgraduate degree in Landscape Architecture and/or Urbanism or a related subject and bring with you relevant experience from professional practice, as well as the potential and drive to assume further course leadership duties in the future. A CMLI status is required for this role, and a PhD in related topic / working towards a doctorate is desirable. A recognised teaching or learning qualification is desired upon appointment. If you haven’t already achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition, we’ll need you to do so before the end of your probation period.

The Faculty

Kingston School of Art (KSA) has a strong heritage. Since its origins in the late 19^th century it has established an exceptional reputation and become one of the UK’s leading art and design educational institutions.

Further information

This is a part time (0.6FTE) and permanent position with a starting salary of £26,642.40 (60% to £44,404 per annum).

Interviews are expected to be held on 12 June 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Heba Elsharkawy, Head of Department of Architecture and Landscape.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on ‘Apply’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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