Lecturer in Energy Systems

UNSW; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

UNSW is seeking a Lecturer (Level B) in Electrical Energy Systems and Power Engineering to lead teaching and research activities. The role involves delivering high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervising research students, and contributing to course administration.

The successful candidate will advance power systems research, collaborate with industry and interdisciplinary teams, and help shape the next generation of engineers at UNSW.

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or related discipline with relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to up-to-date discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated teaching and learning design, development or delivery at undergrad/postgrad levels in power systems or electrical energy engineering.
• Track record in power systems research with high quality, high impact outcomes.
• Evidence of research excellence and potential for leadership in research.
• Experience with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Desirable: experience with work-integrated learning or industry links.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, and ability to work with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Supervise Honours and postgraduate project students and contribute to course administration.
• Undertake research in electrical energy systems and power engineering and engage with industry and interdisciplinary collaborators.
• Contribute to innovation, knowledge exchange and development of engineers and researchers.

Skills

Power systems

Teaching design

Educational technologies

Research leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Opportunity

The School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW is seeking a Lecturer for a teaching and research role in Electrical Energy Systems and Power Engineering. This role will help strengthen the School’s capabilities in power systems, high-voltage systems, system modelling, simulation and control, while supporting interdisciplinary research across telecommunications, control systems, signal processing and microelectronic systems. Alongside delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Electrical Engineering programs, you will supervise Honours and postgraduate project students and contribute to course administration and academic quality assurance.

With established strengths across electrical engineering, telecommunications, signal processing, communications, energy systems, robotics and emerging technologies, UNSW offers an exceptional environment for academics seeking to advance their research profile, contribute to interdisciplinary initiatives and deliver outstanding teaching. You will undertake research that advances electrical energy systems and power engineering, engage with industry, government and interdisciplinary collaborators, and contribute to innovation, knowledge exchange and the development of the next generation of engineers and researchers.

Position Details

• Salary : Lecturer (Level B)- AUD $133,065 to $156,864 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Employment type: Full-time
• Appointment type: Fixed term, 2-year convertible tenure track (Fixed-term appointment with the potential to convert to continuing employment, subject to a successful review.)
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
• Reporting line: This role reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

About You

You are an academic with expertise in power systems or electrical energy engineering, with the ability to contribute to high-quality teaching, research and scholarly activity across Electrical Engineering. You are committed to delivering engaging learning experiences and supporting positive outcomes for students across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. You will bring experience in teaching and learning design, curriculum development and delivery, together with the ability to use educational technologies and online learning methods.

Success in this role requires a collaborative and adaptable approach, with highly developed communication, interpersonal and organisational skills. You will have a demonstrated track record of high-quality and high-impact research in power systems, together with the capacity for potential research leadership. You will be committed to supporting students from diverse backgrounds, contributing to equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives, building effective relationships across disciplines, and engaging with industry and professional networks. Experience with industry or work-integrated learning will be highly regarded.

About UNSW

UNSW is a world‑leading institution recognised for its scale, prestige, and impact. With strong industry engagement and partnerships across sectors, UNSW provides a unique environment where academic expertise translates into real‑world outcomes. The university is home to cutting‑edge research that drives innovation and societal progress, while its excellence in teaching ensures students are prepared to lead in their fields. For academics, UNSW offers an outstanding platform to flourish — combining world‑class facilities, collaborative networks, and a culture of innovation that supports both career growth and meaningful contributions to the wider community.

The UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is one of Australia's largest and most prestigious schools of its kind. Home to more than 1,500 students and over 40 academic staff, the School is internationally recognised for excellence in teaching, research, and industry engagement across electrical engineering, energy systems, telecommunications, signal processing, control systems, microelectronics, quantum engineering, and emerging technologies. For further information about our School, please visit - https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/electrical-engineering-telecommunications

Skills and Experience

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, along with relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience and evidence in teaching and learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in the area of power systems or electrical energy engineering, as well as across the broad field of Electrical Engineering.
• Demonstrated track record in power systems research, along with outcomes of high quality and high impact.
• Demonstrated evidence of research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

Contact

For role-specific inquiries, please contact Prof Jinhong Yuan (Head of School)

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For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Consultant)

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Applications close

11:50 pm (Sydney time) on Tuesday, 27 October 2026

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options, including working from home, for eligible staff. UNSW provides 26 weeks of fully paid maternity or primary carers leave upon commencement of employment (subject to eligibility). UNSW is committed to enhancing the experience of ECAs by providing a supportive and collegial work environment and a dedicated framework to deliver support services to assist their research, teaching, and career development. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.