The Opportunity
Join the Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW as a Lecturer in a Teaching and Research role. In this position, you will contribute to biomedical engineering education by delivering excellent teaching in health technology innovation, biomechanics, and biomechanical design. You will also establish a research program in multidisciplinary experimental biomechanics and biomechanical simulation. Your work will play a pivotal role in supporting health technology innovation to address unmet clinical needs in collaboration with the Paul Trainor Chair.
This is an opportunity to join a global leader in biomedical engineering, bridging engineering and healthcare to develop impactful solutions for real-world medical challenges. With cutting-edge facilities, world-class faculty, and a dynamic research environment, UNSW fosters innovation and excellence. Strong industry partnerships and a commitment to sustainability provide unparalleled opportunities for career growth, collaboration, and impact.
This role reports to the Paul H Trainor Chair and has no direct reports.
- Level B, Salary - $123,620 to $145,730 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Full time
- Fixed-term contract – 2 years
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.
The Graduate School of Biomedical Engineering is at one of the most exciting times in its history. In 2026, we will launch a brand-new biomedical engineering specialisation within the Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) program – an initiative that marks a major milestone in our commitment to shaping the future of healthcare technology. Our teaching philosophy is grounded in the integration of theory and hands-on experience. Nearly every course we offer includes a practical component, ensuring students graduate with the skills and confidence to make a real-world impact. For further information about the School, please visit https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/biomedical-engineering
Skills and Experience
- A PhD in biomechanical engineering or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated track record of developing innovative multidisciplinary approaches to solving clinically important unmet needs using biomechanics, biomechanical design, and/or biomechanical simulation techniques, including personalised approaches.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
- A track record of significant involvement with the profession, clinicians, and/or industry.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
- Demonstrated experience in supervising student research projects at postgraduate and/or undergraduate level.
- Experience in learning design and development (desirable).
- 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.
- 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.
To Apply:
If you are interested in an academic career in a role that focusses on conducting independent research and delivering excellent teaching, please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and systematic responses to the Skills and Experience.
Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.
Contact:
Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant
E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au
Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 6th July 2025
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.
