Senior Lecturer in Historic Conservation and Building Pathology

Oxford Brookes University - Health, Science & Technology

Location: Oxford

Salary: £47,389 rising to £58,225 (Pro-rata for part time)

Hours: Part Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Placed On: 2026-05-21

Closes: 2026-06-30

Job Ref: 192546

Oxford Brookes University is distinctive in nature. We are a modern and forward-thinking institution rooted in and connected to a city with a rich history of culture and learning. We are a globally recognised University focused on providing high-quality teaching, delivering impactful research and excellent student experience. Our vision is simple: “shape tomorrow through our unique blend of the modern and the traditional, by embracing diversity, seeking out the new and excelling in education and research.”

We are looking for a Senior Lecturer in Historic Conservation and Building Pathology (part time, 0.6FTE) at grade 10/11, depending on the skills and experience of the successful candidate.

Situated in the heart of Oxford, this post is based in the School of the Built Environment, a lively and multidisciplinary environment with a strong tradition of excellence in teaching underpinned by world-class research and strong industry links in the professional fields of construction, real estate, planning and urban design.

We are looking for candidates who can offer a strong academic or working knowledge of the construction industry, allowing our students to learn from academic/industry experts.

You will be responsible for:

• teaching on historic conservation and construction programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• pursuing research and knowledge transfer activities
• seeking external funding for research and knowledge transfer
• supervising higher degree students
• leading programmes and curriculum development
• leading the development of new educational initiatives

You should have:

• a good first degree and/or post-graduate degree in planning, historic conservation, building pathology or related building surveying disciplines
• substantive industry or teaching experience in historic conservation, repair and maintenance
• the potential to develop and sustain externally funded research and knowledge transfer work
• the potential or track record of publishing in high quality refereed journals
• the ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students
• the ability to develop and lead new programmes
• the ability to build collaborative internal and external relationships
• experience of successfully working as part of a multi-professional team

* Please note training in teaching methods is provided for those without relevant experience

Benefits

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to the success of Oxford Brookes University.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.