Caulfield East Victoria 3145
Australia
Join the Department of Architecture within the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (MADA) as an Associate Professor and Deputy Head of Department, contributing to excellence in education, research, creative practice and engagement.
Working closely with the Head of Department, you will provide academic leadership, support staff development and coordinate the people, processes and resources needed to deliver strategic priorities. This is an opportunity for an accomplished architectural academic or practitioner with strong organisational judgement, a collaborative approach and a commitment to strengthening departmental culture and performance.
You will work with Course Directors, program leaders, unit coordinators and professional staff to support coherent curricula and high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Responsibilities include academic workload and staffing plans, teaching resources and space planning, assessment, moderation, program review and professional accreditation.
You will foster research and creative-practice excellence through collaboration, mentoring, postgraduate supervision and external partnerships. You will also support staff career development, workload equity and complex staff and student matters through appropriate University processes.
As Deputy Head, you will implement departmental strategy, contribute to budget and resource planning, represent the Department when delegated and act on behalf of the Head under approved arrangements. You will maintain a significant contribution to teaching, research and disciplinary practice appropriate to a Level D appointment.
The successful candidate will hold a doctoral qualification in architecture or a relevant discipline, or have recognised significant professional experience and standing in architecture or the built environment. You will demonstrate scholarly, creative-practice or professional achievement, teaching excellence, academic leadership, operational coordination and the ability to build consensus and implement change. Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to collegiality, inclusion and staff and student development are essential.
The continuing appointment will include the role of Deputy Head of Department for an initial period of up to three years, with the opportunity for renewal.
About the Department of Architecture
The Department of Architecture is a globally connected community offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Architecture and Urban Planning and Design.
Our research and teaching address urgent societal challenges, including housing, social and environmental justice, affordable construction, informal settlements, environmental repair, carbon reduction and new spatial, technological and cultural futures.
Through our distinctive model of creative-practice impact, we combine scholarship and practice to advance architecture as an agent of change, shaping a world that is more just, sustainable and beautiful.
Alongside our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, teaching spaces and international collaboration opportunities. Learn more about the Department of Architecture here.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking—a place where great things happen.
We value difference and diversity. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
To apply
Your application via this link will include:
–Current CV
–A cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria document (no more than three pages)
–Link to a digital portfolio if applicable
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to “How to apply for Monash Jobs”.
Enquiries: Professor Erik L’Heureux (PhD) FAIA, Head, Department of Architecture, erik.lheureux@monash.edu. / Position description: Associate Professor and Deputy Head of Department / Applications close: Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 11:55pm AEDT.
Please submit your application as soon as possible for this fabulous opportunity to join Monash University. Interviews will be held as strong applicants are identified. Applications will close when the role has been filled.
