Lecturer (T&S) & Deputy Academic Lead, Wuhan BA Architectural Studies

Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

Full-Time Permanent

Grade 8 (47,389 -£56,535)

This role is based in Dundee, UK, with overseas working in China forming a core part of the role.

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Academic Lead for our Wuhan BA Architectural Studies to join the Architecture & Urban Planning team.

In this role you will support our BA(Hons) Architectural Studies programme as part of our flying faculty which teaches in Wuhan, China, and in Dundee. Your experience in practice and teaching will enable you to lead key programme activities, support colleagues and students, and develop and deliver lectures and studio teaching. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to an innovative teaching partnership, leading the development of architectural education to prepare students for their design careers.

The Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences brings together six divisions across art and design, humanities, social sciences, and social professions. Each division contributes distinctive and collaborative expertise and strengths to our research, education and engagement activities. Our education portfolio is increasingly interdisciplinary underpinned by strong disciplinary specialisms.

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As Deputy Academic Lead, you will play an important role in supporting colleagues and students in Wuhan and Dundee, ensuring a high-quality education and student experience to prepare students for a changing professional context. You will work closely with the Academic Lead and our partners in China, contributing to diversification and growth of the programme to build on our strong international relationship and support the University's financial sustainability. Travel to China and teaching in Wuhan is a core aspect of this role. The role will involve two trips to China each year, typically lasting two to four weeks. The timing and duration of travel will be determined by operational and business needs and communicated as far in advance as reasonably practicable.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Working with the Academic Lead to support course planning and organisation
• Teaching studio and lecturing in Wuhan for 4-8 weeks a year
• Reviewing, developing, delivering and assessing coursework to meet quality standards
• Representing the programme at meetings and committees
• Working with the MArch Year 4 Lead in Dundee to support pastoral care and studio integration
• Teaching studio and lecturing in MArch Year 4 in Dundee

Who We're Looking For

Essential

• Strong design, studio teaching and leading experience
• Strong organisational and personal communication skills
• Flexibility to work in two different educational systems
• Willingness to travel to China
• A post-graduate degree in Architecture
• A professional qualific.ation in architecture (RIBA or equivalent)

At the University of Dundee, we are driven by a clear purpose: to transform lives through education, research and innovation.

We are internationally recognised for the real-world impact of our work, particularly in areas such as life sciences, health and engineering. Our collaborative and inclusive culture brings together talented people from across disciplines to tackle global challenges and deliver meaningful change.

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We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered to succeed.

Any offer of appointment will be conditional upon the individual having, or being able to obtain, the right to work in the UK. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review UK Government immigration guidance to assess their eligibility to work in the UK, including consideration of visa options that may be available to them, prior to applying.

In addition, as the role involves working in China, the role holder must have, or be eligible to obtain, the necessary permission to work in China. Support with applications for the relevant work visa will be provided where required