Assistant or Associate Professor in Architecture (Social and Human Issues) in Université de Montréal – Canada

Summary

Université de Montréal's École d'architecture is accepting applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position specializing in the social and human dimensions of architecture. The appointed candidate will deliver lectures, studios, and seminars across undergraduate and graduate programs, establish an active research agenda, and supervise graduate students. Applicants must hold both a professional degree in architecture and a doctorate (PhD) related to architecture, along with a strong record of teaching, grants, and scholarly publications. Knowledge of French is required, or candidates must commit to acquiring functional French skills through university support programs. The post offers a competitive benefits package including sabbatical eligibility, research start-up funds, pension plan, and health coverage, starting July 1, 2027.

Key Facts

Department	Faculté de l'aménagement, École d'architecture
Position Type	Assistant Professor or Associate Professor
Discipline	Architecture
Research Area	Social and Human Issues in Architecture
Degree Required	Doctorate (PhD) related to the field of architecture and a professional degree in architecture
Experience	Excellent record of research, grants, publications, and high-quality teaching.
Salary	Competitive salary
Contract Duration	Permanent
Language	French
Deadline	2026-10-30
Required Documents	Cover letter, Curriculum vitae, Three recent publications or research works (copy or hyperlinks), Statement on teaching and supervision experience and approach, Statement on research program, Contact details for three references, Teaching portfolio (maximum 50 pages), Portfolio of significant professional work if applicable (maximum 10 pages)
Employer Contact	Izabel Amaral, Director of the École d'architecture, [email protected]

About the Project

The successful candidate will construct an original and engaging research program centered on social and human issues in architecture. Research output is expected to expand the field's visibility through scholarly publications, international collaborations, and conferences.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach lectures, studios, and seminars in bachelor's, master's, and doctoral architecture programs
• Develop an original research program focused on architectural social and human dimensions
• Supervise graduate students
• Contribute to the discipline's visibility via publications, conferences, and scientific activities
• Participate in institutional and faculty governance and activities

Required Skills

• Professional degree in architecture and a PhD related to architecture
• Demonstrated high level of architectural knowledge relevant to North America
• Strong research, publication, and grant record
• High-quality university teaching ability in studio and lecture settings
• Sufficient knowledge of French or commitment to learning French

Who Should Apply

Academics with a professional degree in architecture and a PhD in a relevant field, alongside a demonstrated record of research, publication, grant writing, and studio or lecture teaching. Applicants should be interested in human and social dimensions of architecture, capable of contributing to the North American architectural context, and willing to work in French.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, paramedical, dental coverage, and travel insurance
• Defined-benefit pension plan with indexed pension
• Life insurance and disability salary insurance
• Up to 2 years of parental leave with reduced workload upon return
• Sabbatical year, research start-up funds, and professional development leave
• Tuition waiver program for employee, spouse, and dependent children
• Employee assistance, health, wellness, and university pedagogy training programs

About the Employer

Founded in 1968, the Faculté de l'aménagement at Université de Montréal houses the schools of architecture, design, and landscape architecture/urban planning, operating 23 training programs and around twenty research units focused on human-environment interactions. Its École d'architecture is accredited by the Canadian Architectural Certification Board.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline?

The application deadline is October 30, 2026.

What language skills are required?

Applicants need sufficient knowledge of French or must commit to learning French after appointment via the university's support program.

When does the appointment begin?

The start date for the position is July 1, 2027.

What degree requirements exist for this role?

Candidates must hold both a professional degree in architecture and a PhD related to the field of architecture.