Assistant Professor in Sustainable Urbanism

Overview

The University of Nottingham Ningbo China (UNNC) is a Sino‑foreign university offering a UK style education. The campus, established 22 years ago, has grown to over 10,000 students. UNNC seeks an ambitious academic with passion for teaching and research in Urbanism.

Ningbo, China.

RMB 450,190 to RMB 592,815 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience.

Monday 11 May 2026.

• Lead and deliver individual and collaborative research and teaching in Urbanism, with focus on Urban Development, Smart Cities and Sustainability.
• Generate new intellectual understanding, develop ideas for application of research and teaching outcomes.
• Design and deliver courses in Sustainable Urbanism Project, Smart Cities, Advanced Innovations in Cities and Urban Systems and Techniques.
• Lead major research projects as principal investigator, spearhead funding bids and develop innovative methodologies.

• Leading urbanism studios that blend theory with project‑based learning.
• Knowledge of Sustainable Urbanism (low‑carbon design, climate adaptation), Smart Cities (digital twins, AI‑driven planning) and technical tools (GIS, CIM, urban analytics).
• Integration of research with teaching, mentoring students in methodologies such as life‑cycle assessment and scenario planning.
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration across urban design, policy and technology to advance global sustainability goals.

• PhD degree in a closely related field.
• Proven experience in teaching and curriculum development within higher education.
• Growing national or international reputation, demonstrated by a strong publication record.
• Strong communication skills, clear explanation of complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and innovative learning environment.

Fixed‑term contract of up to 5 years, starting September 2026 or as soon as possible. Contract may be extended by mutual agreement. Attractive package including employment support allowance, schooling and insurance for international appointments.

Full applications must be submitted via the application link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). before 11 May 2026 23:59 Beijing Time. An application should include a CV in English, teaching statement, publication list and three reference contacts. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.

Informal enquiries can be addressed to Dr Edward Cooper (Edward.

Cooper.cn), Head of Department of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Nottingham Ningbo China. Direct applications to this email will not be accepted. If unable to apply online, contact Human Resources at Tel:  000 Ext. 6551, Email:
Job.cn and quote 184537 with screenshots of any issues.