Vacancy title:
Lecturer in Architecture

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Education, and Training, Category: Science & Engineering]

Jobs at:
Protestant University of Rwanda

Deadline of this Job:
Sunday, July 20 2025

Duty Station:
Rwanda | Kigali | Rwanda

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, July 9 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

The Lecturer in Architecture is responsible for delivering high-quality teaching, conducting research, supervising student projects, and contributing to the academic development of the architecture program. The role involves guiding students in architectural design, theory, history, sustainability, and professional practice.

Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching, Learning, and Advising

• Deliver lectures, tutorials, and studio-based instruction in architecture at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels.
• Develop course materials, assessment tools, and learning outcomes in alignment with curriculum standards.
• Supervise and assess student work, including design projects, dissertations, and field studies.
• Support students for internship placement and plan their visits.
• Receive students’ claims and ensure that they are handled on time.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance student engagement and learning.
• Collaborate with other faculties, and departments at PUR wherever needed to enhance teaching, learning and assessment strategies with quality standards.
• Advise and mentor students on academic and career matters.

2. Research and Scholarly Activity

• Conduct original research in architecture or a related field and publish in peer-reviewed journals or design platforms.
• Participate in academic conferences, exhibitions, and symposia.
• Seek research funding and collaborate on interdisciplinary projects.

3. Curriculum, Program Development, and Community Engagement

• Contribute to the review and development of architecture programs and curricula or other related programs.
• Ensure alignment with industry standards, accreditation bodies, and emerging trends in architectural practice.
• Advise PUR on marketing strategies and take part in activities that can increase students’ enrollment rate
• Participate in creation of partnerships that are important to increase PUR visibility and impact.
• Take part in spiritual and social activities related to community life at PUR.

4. Requirements for the position

Qualifications and Experience:

• Master’s or PhD degree in Architecture.
• Professional registration with a recognized architectural body.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the university level.
• Proven track record of design or research output in architecture.
• Experience in architectural practice is highly desirable.

Key Skills and Competencies:

• Strong studio and design pedagogy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to use architectural software (e.g., AutoCAD, Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Adobe Suite).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Commitment to student-centred learning and academic excellence.

 Application Documents

Interested candidates should submit the following documents:

1. An application letter in English;
2. Curriculum vitae in English;
3. Certified copies of university degrees and certificates;
4. Photocopy of National ID or valid Passport (non-Rwanda candidates);
5. Any additional supporting documents deemed pertinent by the applicant.

 N.B.:  All documents must be scanned as a single document and sent in PDF.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

Job application procedure

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their applications online at https://forms.gle/HjvjYqtzvukkMuNC7 and via email to the PUR Vice-Chancellor at vice.chancellor@pur.ac.rw, with copies (cc) sent to Ven. Joseph SEHORANA at joseph.sehorana@pur.ac.rw ; Dr Gerard BIKORIMANA at bikogerard@pur.ac.rw ; and Rev. Dr. Viateur HABARUREMA at dvc_academics@pur.ac.rw

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