Lecturer - Signal Processing

RMIT University; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% Superannuation

Flexible Working Arrangements

Job summary

RMIT University in Melbourne seeks a Lecturer in Signal Processing to contribute to teaching and research in biomedical signal processing, machine learning and related areas. You will teach across undergraduate, Masters and Graduate Diploma programs, develop contemporary curriculum and support student learning.

You will collaborate with Biomedical Engineering colleagues, contribute to course coordination, research supervision and industry partnerships to enhance RMIT’s impact in health,

Qualifications

• Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field.
• Ability to design, prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and post‑graduate levels (including online and blended delivery).
• Produce high‑quality curriculum or program materials using inclusive learning and teaching approaches.

Responsibilities

• Teach across undergraduate, Masters and Graduate Diploma programs.
• Develop contemporary curriculum and support student learning.
• Build partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities.

Skills

Biomedical signal processing

Machine learning

Curriculum development

Course coordination

Student supervision

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Full‑time, Continuing position. Salary Academic Level B ($119,915 - $142,402 p.a.) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements. Primarily based at Melbourne City campus, and the potential to work across other RMIT campuses as required.

About the Role

Join RMIT’s School of Engineering as a Lecturer in Signal Processing and help shape the next generation of biomedical engineers. This continuing Level B role offers the opportunity to combine high‑quality teaching with research in biomedical signal processing, machine learning and related areas, while contributing to an inclusive, industry‑connected academic environment.

You will teach across undergraduate, Masters and Graduate Diploma programs, develop contemporary curriculum, support student learning, and build partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities.

You will work collaboratively with colleagues in Biomedical Engineering and may also contribute to course coordination, research supervision and initiatives that strengthen RMIT’s impact in health, technology and engineering.

Why work with us?

This is an opportunity for an emerging academic to grow their teaching, research and industry engagement profile in a university known for applied, work‑connected learning and research with real‑world impact.

You will be part of a supportive STEM College community that values collaboration, accountability, respect and empowerment, with access to multidisciplinary networks across engineering, health innovation, digital technologies and industry partnerships.

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• Demonstrated track record in biomedical signal processing and machine learning
• Demonstrated ability to design, prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and post‑graduate levels (including online and blended delivery), and the ability to produce high‑quality curriculum or program materials using inclusive learning and teaching approaches
• Ability to undertake course coordination role and embedding technology‑enhanced course design and delivery
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning
• Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links
• Demonstrated ability to supervise higher degree by research candidates
• Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government, particularly in biomedical engineering sector
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with higher degree by research candidates, staff and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration and inclusive practices

Qualifications

Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the STEM College

LEARN! GROW! DO! Together transforming the world through STEM.

STEM College is a community of exceptional researchers, teachers, inventors, designers and game changers, supported by talented professional staff.

We deliver higher education programs across STEM disciplines at Bachelor, Master and PhD levels, with a strong focus on work‑aligned, life‑changing student experiences.

Our research strengths span advanced manufacturing and design, computing technologies, health innovation and translational medicine, nano materials and devices, and sustainable systems.

Industry is central to what we do, helping ensure our research creates real‑world impact and our students graduate ready to contribute.

We are proud of our inclusive and caring culture, and we support every member of our community to achieve their potential.

In STEM we CARE – Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empowerment.

For further information about the STEM College please visit the following site: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college

Contact Professor Kate Fox via email [e-mail]

Contact Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor via email at [e-mail]

Position Description – Lecturer, Signal Processing Applications Close: 29 Oct 2026 11.59 pm

Equal Opportunity & Inclusion

RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age.

Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community.

In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender‑based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes.

All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks.

Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations.

At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment.

We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms).

To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via [e-mail] or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers.

We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Culture

Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together.

Imagination.

Integrity.

Courage.

Passion.

Impact.

Inclusion.

What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other.

Our people make everything at the University possible.

We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact.

RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work.

You will be part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices.

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