Academic Position in Architecture at Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University
Join the inaugural faculty of a groundbreaking international joint institute in Zhengzhou, China, shaping architecture education and research.
Best for:Best for experienced architects, educators, and researchers with a PhD or master’s in architecture, leadership in tertiary education, and a passion for international collaboration.
Overview
This permanent, full-time faculty position at the Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University offers an opportunity to contribute to a pioneering joint venture between Victoria University of Wellington and Zhengzhou University. Located in Zhengzhou, China, the role involves teaching undergraduate architecture programs in English, fostering research aligned with career stage, and leading program development. The successful candidate will mentor diverse Chinese students, collaborate with colleagues, and help establish a cutting-edge curriculum. Leadership experience in tertiary education and expertise in architectural design or history are highly valued.
What you'll do
- Deliver academically rigorous teaching for undergraduate architecture programs conducted entirely in English.
- Contribute to the development and leadership of the new Wellington Institute of Zhengzhou University’s academic programs.
- Engage in ongoing research aligned with your career stage and expertise.
- Supervise student research at Honours, Master’s, and PhD levels, fostering academic growth.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the program, school, and faculty’s collegial environment.
- Mentor diverse Chinese students in a cross-cultural academic setting.
- Lead program leadership initiatives for senior appointments.
Requirements
Degree required: A completed PhD in Architecture or a Master’s degree in Architecture or a related field (PhD preferred but not mandatory).
Language: English; proficiency required for teaching and supervision.
Instruction: English
- Demonstrated expertise in teaching architecture at tertiary level with a focus on best practices.
- Proven leadership experience in tertiary education and academic program development.
- Ability to work effectively with diverse student and staff backgrounds.
- Experience supervising student research at Honours, Master’s, and/or PhD levels.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
- Strong interpersonal skills for collaborative academic environments.
- Applicants must be eligible to work in China.
- No explicit age or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-30
Applicants must submit their resume, cover letter, portfolio, and academic transcripts through the university’s careers page. Applications are reviewed as received, and suitable candidates may be considered before the deadline. Recruitment agencies are not accepted.
- CV/resume
- Cover letter
- Portfolio
- Academic transcripts
Contact
Professor André Brown· Associate Dean, International
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