School of Design & Architecture 2026 - Sessional teaching expression of interest

School of Design & Architecture 2026 - Sessional teaching expression of interest

Join to apply for the School of Design & Architecture 2026 - Sessional teaching expression of interest role at Swinburne University of Technology .

Swinburne’s School of Design and Architecture leads the world in high-quality, industry-relevant, technology-led design education and research. The courses offered are grounded in design history, theory, culture and diversity.

The School comprises two departments and two research centres. The sessional teaching EOI includes the following departments:

• Department of Architectural and Industrial Design
• Department of Communication Design

Teaching Areas include Architecture, Interior Architecture, Urban Design, Industrial Design, Product Design Engineering, Fashion, Architectural Engineering, Architectural Professional Practice, Communication Design, Motion Design, UX/Interaction Design, Photography, Branded Environments.

What to include in the EOI:

• Updated CV and contact details (including details of teaching experience where applicable)
• Up to 3 preferred teaching areas
• Certified copy of qualifications (external applicants only)
• Student evaluations (external applicants)
• Portfolio or website link (if applicable)
• Visa/work rights details (if applicable)

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree for undergraduate teaching*
• PhD for postgraduate teaching*
• In some professional courses, extensive professional experience and expertise may be deemed a suitable alternative to a higher degree.

Current Swinburne sessional staff

As part of the annual Expression of Interest (EOI) process, current sessional staff are required to complete a short online form confirming availability and teaching areas of interest in 2026. This process ensures you remain registered on the University’s sessional listing and that any required documentation related to employment or professional accreditation remain current.

External Expression of interest to teach

The School of Design and Architecture is seeking external expressions of interest in the listed teaching areas. If you are interested in sessional academic teaching opportunities in 2026 and are not currently employed at Swinburne, please submit an EOI to be considered.

Current Swinburne HDR students

If you are a currently enrolled HDR student, you are welcomed to apply. Please note, your sessional position should not interfere with the satisfactory progress of your studies.

Apply

Applicants must have working rights within Australia as work sponsorship is not applicable to this role.

To submit an EOI, please click the ‘Begin’ button at the bottom of the page. Receipt of your EOI will be acknowledged via a system-generated notification. Unit Convenors will contact you if/as requirements arise. Please refer to the Position Description that outlines the general expectations of sessional teaching academic staff.

Applications close: Monday 12 January 2026 at 11.00pm

Contact: #S-DNI