Lecturer (Landscape Architecture)

Lecturer (Landscape Architecture) - University of Technology Sydney

Location: Broadway Salary: $127,119 to $150,453 per Year Work Type: Full-time Work Model: Onsite

The University of Technology Sydney (UTS) is seeking a Lecturer in Landscape Architecture (Level B) for a continuing appointment. This role involves a balanced workload.

Working collaboratively within a dynamic and diverse faculty, the successful candidate will contribute to the strategic development of a program entering a new phase. This initiative aims to integrate new focuses, alignments, and collaborations within reimagined school and faculty structures.

Since its establishment in 2015, the landscape architecture program at UTS has earned recognition from professionals and academics for its rigorous approach to study and inquiry. The quality of its teaching and research has been acknowledged both nationally and internationally, leading to high demand for its graduates. Future directions will build upon this foundation to foster practices that are just, socially and environmentally responsible, and materially impactful.

Candidates are invited to contribute to one or more of the following areas:

• Urban ecology
• Materials and advanced fabrication/construction
• Critical technologies
• Community-led design
• Critical and contemporary practice

About You: We are looking for candidates with:

• Experience in both academic and professional settings.
• A critical and transformative vision for landscape architecture, supported by a design-oriented and/or design-led research practice.
• Established or developing expertise in one or more of the identified knowledge domains.
• Knowledge of contemporary theory and practice from an expanded field relevant to the future of landscape architecture.
• The ability to develop and deliver curricula across various subject areas and modes, including studio teaching and seminar-based subjects.
• A desire to contribute to a shared educational project focused on developing landscape curriculum as a catalyst for professional and societal change.
• An interest in providing future leadership at program and school levels.

Applicants must hold a terminal degree or equivalent experience in landscape architecture. Preference will be given to applicants who are close to completing or hold a PhD relevant to landscape architecture.

Why join UTS? UTS is a leading university of technology, recognised for its commitment to creativity, innovation, and social impact. You will join a collegial research environment with strong industry and community connections, and the opportunity to contribute to meaningful, nationally significant research.

The University of Technology Sydney is committed to equal opportunity, diversity, and inclusion for all staff and students, aiming to prevent discrimination and harassment. This commitment is formalised through their Equity, Inclusion and Respect Policy, which integrates these principles into daily operations, decision-making, and organisational culture.

Remuneration: Base Salary Range: $127,119 to $150,453 per annum (Level B). This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. This is a full-time, continuing appointment. UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits, including flexible work practices, generous parental leave, and salary packaging.

How To Apply: To apply, please submit:

1. Your current CV.
2. A cover letter addressing your motivation for applying for the role.
3. A statement addressing the selection criteria as detailed in the Position Statement.
4. A succinct visual portfolio document of research and education practice (10 x A3 pages maximum).

For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Answering Selection Criteria.

Only applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing. Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes reference IRC341949 and your name.

For enquiries or issues with your application, please direct them to the UTS Recruitment Team at rec••••••••@uts.edu.au.

Closing Date: Wednesday 15 July 2026 at 11.59 pm (AEST).

Applicants must have existing working rights valid for the duration of the appointment.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.