Senior Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Adelaide University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 143,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Job summary

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at Adelaide University invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering. The role centers on high-quality teaching and internationally competitive research, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines and with industry on impactful projects.

You will lead curriculum development, supervise postgraduate students, and contribute to strategic research leadership.

Qualifications

• Substantial record of research achievements evidenced by publications in high-quality journals or conferences.
• Demonstrated ability to secure substantial research funding through competitive and industry programs.
• Experience in teaching and course coordination using evidence-based pedagogy.
• Ability to lead learning design and development of content at course level.
• Experience supervising postgraduate researchers to successful completion.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Drive high-quality research and deliver engaging teaching within the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering.
• Foster industry partnerships and external research collaborations to address engineering challenges.
• Contribute to curriculum development and course design using evidence-based teaching practices.
• Supervise postgraduate research students and participate in research leadership and university engagement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to grow the School’s research profile and impact.

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline

Job description

Senior Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Salary range: $142,789 to $151,354 pa + 17% SUper

• Based in the School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering, College of Engineering and Information Technology, City East Campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Salary range: (Level C): $142,789 to $151,354 per annum, plus 17% superannuation.
• Join a leading engineering school with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, build industry partnerships and contribute to world-class research and teaching.

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Workthat matters

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering is seeking an outstanding Senior Lecturer to contribute to teaching and research within the school. You will drive high-quality research, deliver engaging and innovative teaching, and foster strong industry and research partnerships to address complex engineering challenges and achieve meaningful outcomes for society.

We welcome applicants with expertise in areas including advanced materials and structures, biomechanics, thermodynamics and fluid mechanics, dynamics and control systems, and sustainable engineering and renewable energy, with demonstrated experience in teaching relevant subjects.

You will also bring a strong record of high-quality research publications, the ability to attract competitive and industry research funding, and experience developing collaborative partnerships.
In addition, you will contribute to curriculum and course development using evidence-based teaching practices, supervise postgraduate research students to successful completion, and support research leadership, team development and University engagement activities.

The team

Reporting to the Academic Lead, Associate Professor Rey Chin, you will work alongside academic colleagues, students, industry partners and research organisations to advance engineering research and education. You will contribute to research leadership, competitive funding, postgraduate supervision, curriculum development and the continued growth of the School’s research profile.

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This opportunity is ideal for academics who are passionate about advancing mechanical engineering through research, teaching and collaboration. You will be part of a diverse and dynamic academic environment, with opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, engage with industry and external research partners, supervise postgraduate researchers and contribute to the development of future engineering professionals.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related engineering discipline, with expertise in a recognised specialisation.

Experience

• Substantial record of research achievements as evidenced by publications in high-quality journals or conference proceedings that are considered prestigious by peers.
• Demonstrated ability to win significant research funding through competitive and industry funding programmes.
• Demonstrate expertise to achieve national recognition through independent and innovative contributions to research in the discipline.
• Substantial record of success in effective teaching and course coordination using evidence-based pedagogy that promotes student engagement.
• Lead teams in evidence-based design and development of learning activities, assessments and content, at the course level.
• Demonstrated ability to attract and supervise postgraduate students to successful completion. Ability and willingness to engage with industry or external research organisations.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Ourcommitment to inclusionand diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University, Tirkangkaku is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

11:30pm Tuesday 17 November 2026

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 492605):

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