Associate Dean of Architecture

About the Organization:

Lovely Professional University (LPU), Punjab, is a leading multidisciplinary private university recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and accredited with the NAAC A++ grade, the highest accreditation in India. In the NIRF 2025 rankings, LPU secured the 31st position among universities in India, reflecting its strong performance in teaching, research, and outcomes. Globally, LPU has achieved significant recognition by being ranked 5th in India in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, among all Government Universities, IITs, and Private Institutions, highlighting its growing international standing, academic excellence, and impactful research ecosystem.

Designation:
Associate Dean – Architecture

Lovely Professional University (LPU) is hiring a Associate Dean – Architecture to provide academic leadership, drive research and design excellence, and strengthen industry and professional engagement.

About the Role

This is a senior academic position for an accomplished architecture professional with strong teaching, research, and leadership credentials. The role involves leading UG/PG/PhD programs, mentoring faculty and students, and contributing to accreditation, rankings, and institutional growth.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and deliver Architecture programs at UG, PG, and PhD levels
- Drive curriculum development aligned with COA, UGC, and global standards
- Mentor faculty and supervise doctoral research
- Maintain an active design and/or research portfolio
- Build industry partnerships, consultancy, and live projects
- Represent LPU with COA, IIA, and design councils
- Contribute to NAAC, NIRF, accreditation, and academic governance

Required Qualifications

- PhD in Architecture (Mandatory)
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Architecture
- Minimum 15 years of academic and/or professional experience (as per COA/UGC norms)
- Proven academic leadership and research supervision experience
- Strong industry exposure and professional practice orientation
- Active engagement with COA, IIA, or allied professional bodies

Preferred Skills

- Academic leadership & strategic planning
- Architectural design studios & research mentoring
- Accreditation, quality assurance & compliance
- Industry collaboration & professional networking
- Innovation-driven and interdisciplinary mindset

Why Join LPU?

- One of India’s leading universities with global visibility
- Excellent infrastructure for architecture education and research
- Strong industry connect and interdisciplinary ecosystem
- Opportunity to shape future-ready architectural education