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Umeå School of Architecture (UMA) at Umeå University is looking for a Lecturer in Architecture. The position is full-time (100%) and temporary for 12 months. The application deadline is April 14, 2025.
Duties and responsibilities
As Lecturer, your main responsibilities will include teaching in a studio environment at bachelor's and master's level within the Architecture Programme. The teaching will to a large extent involve individual supervision and tutoring of students where the design process and methods for developing architectural projects are the focus. This includes everything from preparing to implementing teaching activities, supervision, examination, presentations and the production of teaching material.
Eligibility
Eligible to be appointed as a lecturer in architecture is someone who holds a master’s degree or higher in Architecture, or other professional skills of significance to the subject area of the appointment and the duties included therein.
The position requires documented experience in teaching architecture at university level and documented experience of professional architectural practice. Documented experience of architectural design on different scales coupled to functional demands, place-based solutions and a tectonic understanding further outlines the profile.
Experience of working with relevant analogue and digital tools (e.g. Revit, AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.) is a required. Since Umeå School of Architecture is an international workplace, very good knowledge of written and spoken English is also a requirement.
Assessment criteria and balance between criteria
As assessment criteria, the degree of proficiencies that are required to be eligible for the position shall primarily apply. In the selection process, equal weight shall be given to subject-specific expertise and pedagogical competence. Beyond that, the degree of administrative competence, the ability to develop and lead activities, the capacity to collaborate with the surrounding community, and other relevant skills for the role will be taken into account.
Pedagogical competence should pertain to documented merits in teaching within the field of architecture. Additionally, a good ability to conduct education in a pedagogically thoughtful manner, as well as the ability to create and develop a stimulating learning environment in collaboration with students and the surrounding community, are required. Experience in working with learning platforms is meritorious.
Administrative competence should refer to the ability to independently plan, organize, and develop educational activities, guide students, and foster collaboration in education at the undergraduate and advanced levels, with practitioners, and with other stakeholders in the field of architecture and society at large.
Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability.
Terms of employment
The position is full-time and limited to one year. The start date is 4 August 2025, or as agreed upon.
The successful candidate will be based in Umeå and expected to be present in Umeå to fulfil their role.
Umeå University offers several employee benefits that promote a good work-life balance as well as good development opportunities, learn more here.
How to apply
You apply via The University's recruitment system Varbi no later than April 14, 2025.
The application should consist of the following documents, and be written in English or Swedish:
CV/Resume.
Copies of relevant degree certificates.
Portfolio showcasing pedagogical work and/or material from architectural practice (max 20 pages).
Names and contact details for a minimum of two references (can also be provided at the time of the interview).
A cover letter should not be included with your application. In the application form, you will instead be asked to answer questions about why you are applying for the advertised position and provide information about your knowledge and experience linked to the competencies outlined in the advertisement.
The recruitment process may include interviews, trial lectures and reference checks.
Other information
For further information, please contact Prof. Cornelia Redeker, Head of Department, +46 (0) 90 786 76 96,cornelia.redeker@umu.se or HR-Coordinator Hanna Häggblom, +46 (0) 90-786 60 60, hanna.haggblom@umu.se
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