Working at the intersection of research, curriculum design and strategic programme development, you will help establish the intellectual foundations of a distinctive and internationally recognised postgraduate offering.

Working closely with the Academic Lead and project team, you will manage and deliver a significant programme of research exploring contemporary architectural education, professional competencies, governance models and pedagogical innovation across global and regional contexts.

You will translate research insights into curriculum development, programme specifications and new models of learning and teaching, helping to shape a future-focused educational experience that responds to the changing needs of the profession and society.

The role requires a rare combination of intellectual leadership, research excellence, curriculum innovation and project delivery. You will collaborate with academic colleagues, industry partners and stakeholders across the Middle East while contributing to the wider research and educational ambitions of the College.

If you are passionate about architectural research, curriculum innovation and shaping the future of postgraduate education, we would love to hear from you.

Please note, the role may require occasional travel to Saudi Arabia, to support project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and related activities

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Programme/Department: Research

Salary: £64,900 to £72,402 per annum
Fixed Term, 1 year

The researcher will participate in an applied research and curriculum development project examining urbanisation, contemporary urban design practice, and the discourses informing architecture and planning in Saudi Arabia.

The researcher will work with, amongst others, academics, policymakers and cultural institutions, ensuring that the programme is informed by local knowledge, expertise, and practice.

We are looking for someone with a strong research profile and established knowledge of the architecture and urbanism of Saudi Arabia and the wider region, including their social, cultural, environmental, and institutional contexts. Candidates should have a PhD or comparable research experience in practice, as well as strong analytical and synthesis skills. Experience of higher education teaching, curriculum development, academic publishing would be an advantage.

This is an exciting and unique opportunity to help establish new approaches to urban design pedagogy and research at a major new institution with the ambition to lead design and arts practice in the region and beyond.

Please see Information pack for further details. 

Please note, the role may require occasional travel to Saudi Arabia, to support project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and  related activities.

Closing for applications: 11.59pm on Sunday 25 October 2026

Closing Date: 25 Oct 2026

Programme/Department: Research

Salary: £49,533 to £53,609 per annum
Full time and fixed term post to 31.8.2028