Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Electrical Engineering

Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Electrical Engineering

Join the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW as an Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in a Teaching and Research role. In this role you will develop your own research in the field of Electrical Engineering while teaching undergraduate/postgraduate classes in areas of energy systems, embedded systems, control systems, microelectronics, signal processing and telecommunications. You will have the opportunity to conduct classes, design and develop learning activities, and engage in publishing high‑quality research as part of a team and/or independently.

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an early‑career academic looking to lay the foundations for their career in academia. The role of Associate Lecturer / Lecturer reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

Salary

• Associate Lecturer (Level A) – AUD $113,911–$121,838 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Lecturer (Level B) – $127,947–$150,830 per annum + 17% superannuation

Details

• Full time
• Fixed term – 2 years
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW is a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all that it does. The UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is one of the largest and most prestigious schools of its kind in Australia, with over 1,500 students and 43 academic staff and an operating budget of around $18 million.

For further information about our School, please visit https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/electrical-engineering-telecommunications.

Skills and Experience

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to 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 level in Electrical Engineering, including energy systems, embedded systems, control systems, microelectronics, signal processing and telecommunications.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Experience engaging students and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.
• Evidence of and/or preparedness to undertake professional development of teaching practice.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations.
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant training.

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, and relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to 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 level in Electrical Engineering, including energy systems, embedded systems, control systems, microelectronics, signal processing and telecommunications.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Knowledge of industry or experience of work‑integrated learning (desirable).
• Proven ability to provide mentorship and guidance to students, nurturing their personal and academic growth.
• Knowledge of student well‑being and pastoral care, and ability to apply this knowledge.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated track record in research with high quality and high impact outcomes.
• Significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively.
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build relationships.
• Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant training.

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

To Apply

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Thursday 20th November 2025.

Contact

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

EEEO Statement

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 for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.