Lecturer (Architecture - Continuity Atelier)

7 HOURS PER WEEK UNTIL 8th JUNE 2027 (TUESDAY) 

The Manchester School of Architecture is ranked 5th in the prestigious QS world university rankings and enjoys the unique context of being a collaboration between Manchester Metropolitan University and the University of Manchester. It is one of the largest Schools of Architecture in the country with over 1000 students (typically representing some 85 countries) and over 150 staff from diverse backgrounds and is proud to retain both its quality and sense of community despite its size.

The School is characterised by excellence, ambition, boldness, inquisitiveness, innovation, and social justice and responsibility. These facets generate a unique blend and balance between research led teaching, impressive and relevant research outputs and extensive professional industry links, all of which encourage our students to cultivate their own unique approach to architecture and their careers thereafter.

The specific role is as a Lecturer in the Continuity Atelier which was established in 1993 as Continuity in Architecture, a studio for research informed teaching, that specialises in the sustainable adaptation of buildings, landscape and urban space within historic contexts.

The Atelier believes that an elemental approach to studying architectural and landscape technology within historic settings has never been more pressing. Inspired by our forebears' systematic analysis of contextual resource - their application of ready means and traditional craft techniques originating from vibrant environments, we strive to rediscover sustainable, layered, nuanced, contextual and environmentally appropriate solutions for our time.  Continuity is interested in the distinct relationships buildings and landscapes have with climate and place and how they can express the nature of a region and represent a particular culture or situation. It is interested in the articulation of space; how interiors and the exteriors interrelate, whether explicit or not, and how spaces can be grouped or connected to form complex environments. It is also interested in why buildings and landscapes are designed and their morphology, along with detail - how intimate details and the expression of connections reinforce and characterise the whole.

You will be responsible for solely representing the Atelier on a new, additional studio day which provides third year students with a holistic studio day to develop their design projects. The role requires a strong understanding the design process, a holistic approach to architectural design and construction, and the profession of architecture.

Due to the independent nature of the role it will be important for the successful candidate to have significant teaching experience in design studio, a well-rounded knowledge of the PSRB curriculum, and experience of leading and orgnanising studio activities.

You will also have exceptional inter-personal and communication qualities, excellent organisational and administrative skills, and a collaborative approach to working. We will also look to you to ensure an excellent student experience through the use of relevant and inspiring learning and teaching.

This post is for one day a week and so will not support a visa application. Only candidates with the right to work in the UK are eligible to apply.

Informal discussions can be held with Atelier leader John Lee via john.lee@mmu.ac.uk.

Manchester Metropolitan University fosters an inclusive culture of belonging that promotes equity and celebrates diversity. We value a diverse workforce for the innovation and diversity of thought it brings and welcome applications from all local and international communities, including Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, disabled people, and LGBTQ+ individuals.      

We support a range of flexible working arrangements, including hybrid and tailored schedules, which can be discussed with your line manager. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in your role, please let us know so we can provide appropriate support.      

Our commitment to inclusivity includes mentoring programmes, accessibility resources, and professional development opportunities to empower and support underrepresented groups.      

Manchester Met is a Disability Confident Leader and, under this scheme, aims to offer an interview to disabled people who apply for the role and meet the essential criteria as listed in the Job Description for that vacancy.