Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 145,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Flexible working

Career progression

Internal vacancies

Job summary

The University of Queensland is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to contribute to teaching and research across undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the St Lucia Campus, Brisbane.

The role expects a solid PhD in mechanical engineering, a growing research profile, and a track record of high-quality publications. You will supervise HDR students, secure external funding, and engage with industry partners for impactful outcomes.

Qualifications

• PhD in mechanical engineering with a strong research track record.
• Experience delivering and coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Ability to supervise HDR students and contribute to research funding.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in mechanical engineering.
• Develop and deliver high-quality independent and collaborative research.
• Supervise Honours and HDR students and support staff recruitment and development.
• Build partnerships with industry and contribute to school administration and committees.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Supervision

Communication

Collaboration

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

• School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering – Faculty of EAIT
• Full-time (Part-time negotiable), Permanent position
• Academic Level B (Lecturer) or C (Senior Lecturer)
• Level B base salary range $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 + 17% super
• Level C base salary range $145,961.51 - $168,043.68 + 17% super
• Visa Sponsorship may be available for this appointment
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane

About This Opportunity

Join us as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering and play an important role in shaping the next generation of engineers. To be successful, you will need to possess a solid foundation in the discipline of Mechanical Engineering. In this role, it will also be important bringing expertise in delivering and coordination of undergraduate and postgraduate courses, supervise Higher Degree by Research students, pursue impactful research, contribute to the School community, and build strong partnerships with industry.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching: Coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in mechanical engineering, including lectures, tutorials, assessment and supervision. Applicants are encouraged to review the course profiles for MECH2300, MECH2305, MECH2100, MECH2210, MECH3100, MECH3200, MECH3400, MECH3610, MECH3780, AERO4100, AERO4200, AERO4300 and ENGG4552, and identify courses aligned with their teaching expertise.

• Research: Develop and deliver high-quality independent and collaborative research, secure external funding, publish in leading academic and professional journals, and contribute to interdisciplinary projects aligned with the School’s strategic priorities. Conduct research ethically using best-practice methodologies, while preparing publications and reports and actively contributing to project meetings and outcomes.

• Supervision and Researcher Development: Contribute to the supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, while supporting staff recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development and workplace matters in accordance with University policies and procedures.

• Citizenship and Service: Develop strong partnerships with colleagues, industry, government, professional bodies and the wider community to support the School’s strategic objectives, while contributing to School administration, decision-making and committees in alignment with UQ values.

Additional to the duties above, Academic level C will include:

• Provide principal supervision to Higher Degree by Research students, lead strategic research collaborations nationally and internationally, secure and manage external funding, and produce high-quality research outputs. Contribute to contemporary teaching programs, School and industry activities, and the translation and commercialisation of research outcomes.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information, please click here to view the information booklet.

About You

• Completed PhD in mechanical engineering and a record of research in mechanical engineering.
• A growing research profile in the field, with work of high quality and the potential for impact.
• A developing reputation and track record of high-quality publications in reputed refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Evidence of successfully seeking, obtaining, and managing external research funding.
• A growing record of supervision of undergraduate, postgraduate coursework, and HDR students to successful completion.
• A growing profile in teaching mechanical engineering content.
• Evidence of a high level of quality teaching in mechanical engineering at undergraduate and postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups.
• Ability and willingness to teach large mechanical engineering courses.
• Willingness to coordinate mechanical engineering courses and contribute to the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area.
• Experience in meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with active contributions to external activities.
• Well-developed communication, interpersonal and consultative skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in teaching and learning.

Academic Level C (Senior Lecturer)

Selection criteria as listed above, in addition to the following:

• National recognition in the area of expertise, with an internationally developing profile and an established record of high-quality publications in reputed refereed journals and conference presentations.
• A solid record of supervision of undergraduate, postgraduate coursework, and HDR students as principal supervisor.
• A strong track record of coordinating mechanical engineering courses and participating in the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area.
• A growing record of meaningful internal service roles that have delivered outcomes in conjunction with a strong contribution to external activities.

We particularly welcome applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and others who may be underrepresented in this discipline.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications checks. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package, however upfront costs will still be expected to be covered.You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We are also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [e-mail] or calling [phone].

Applications close on Sunday, 22 November 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-69939). Please note that interviews will likely be scheduled for early December 2026.