Senior Lecturer - Architecture

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Learning

• Contribute to curriculum design, review, and enhancement to ensure programmes remain current, industry-relevant, and aligned with accreditation standards.

• Develop engaging and innovative teaching and learning materials using appropriate digital tools and pedagogical approaches.

• Teach and assess modules related to Professional Practice, including professional ethics, contract administration, project management, and regulatory frameworks.

• Lead and facilitate Architectural Design Studio modules across various levels of study

• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, providing academic and research guidance to support student success.

• Mentor and advise students to enhance their learning experience, professional development, and overall achievement.

• Uphold and promote high standards of teaching excellence consistent with the University’s academic expectations.

Research

• Engage actively in scholarly research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge within the relevant field.

• Publish research findings in reputable indexed journals (ISI / Scopus) and present at academic or professional conferences.

• Participate in research projects as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator, and contribute to securing internal or external research grants.

• Develop a growing research profile with measurable outputs and impact aligned with the University’s research priorities.

• Foster interdisciplinary and collaborative research activities with colleagues, industry, and external partners.

Administration and Other Activities

• Actively participate in departmental, school, and faculty administration through committee involvement, working groups, and governance activities.

• Contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and reputation of the University’s academic and operational functions.

• Engage in continuous professional development and support the advancement of academic and institutional excellence.

• Assist in building and maintaining linkages with external organisations, industry partners, and professional bodies to strengthen collaboration and promote the University’s academic profile.

REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a PhD from a recognised university in Architecture / Built Environment

• Registered as Graduate Architect LAM Part II. A registered Professional Architect (Ar.) LAM Part III with the Board of Architects Malaysia (LAM) is an added advantage

• Demonstrated capability to teach Professional Practice modules

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in teaching, research, and/or industry practice, preferably within a higher education environment.

• Strong publication record with 2–3 indexed journal publications (ISI / Scopus Q1 and Q2) within the last five (5) years.

• Proven ability to secure external research grants as Principal Investigator, with a cumulative value of RM20,000–RM30,000.

• Scopus h-index of at least 3.

• Successfully supervised and graduated at one (`) Master students by Research as the main supervisor.

• Proven experience in curriculum design, teaching innovation, and pedagogical excellence.

• Skilled in developing and applying effective teaching methodologies, including the use of digital and IT technologies.

• Active involvement in research projects, consultancy, or professional practice with evidence of scholarly or industry-relevant outputs.