Expression of Interest - Architecture - Sessional Academic

Overview:

• We are seeking expressions of interest for sessional opportunities in the School of Architecture and Urban Design within the College of Design and Social Context
• Based at our City campus  

Join RMIT as a Sessional Employee

Become part of RMIT's academic community as a sessional staff member. Enjoy flexibility in your schedule while contributing to our dynamic learning environment. Our sessional roles involve diverse teaching and support activities across various disciplines, following best practices and guidelines. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals passionate about education who wish to share their expertise flexibly.

Our Architecture discipline

RMIT Architecture invites expressions of interest for casual sessional teaching. Our teaching spans the Bachelor of Architectural Design, a three-year undergraduate degree, and the Master of Architecture, a two-year, professionally accredited Master's program.

RMIT Architecture serves as a platform for experimentation and innovation in architecture and the built environment. We foster collaboration among students, staff, and industry partners to address critical global challenges. Our focus on debate, diversity, and diversity cultivates new ideas and practices in architecture and urbanism. Teaching is conducted through architectural and urban design—a practice-based approach deeply rooted in architecture and relevant to contemporary issues.

We seek expressions of interest from architects and designers with innovative and experimental design portfolios. We welcome applications from experienced educators and practitioners interested in establishing a teaching practice.

This competitive application process generates many applications beyond our available positions. By filling out this expressions of interest for sessional opportunities you will be added to our permanent database of potential sessional teachers. The Talent Pool is reviewed leading up to the commencement of Semester 1 and 2 each year. If you have gained new experience or have an updated portfolio please upload your latest CV and copy of your Portfolio to your profile. Please contact us if you would like to be removed at any point. 

Important: Appointment requires relevant qualifications or industry equivalency, and candidates must pass a Working with Children check.

To Apply 

Please click the 'Apply' link below to submit your application documents (CV, cover letter, portfolio) as a PDF, ensuring you have used your Full Name in the name of the file.

Applications Close:

30 Dec 2026 11.59 pm

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 

 

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.  All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.  Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

 

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via [email protected] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

 

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