The Opportunity

Join the School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW as an Associate Lecturer. In this role, you will engage in activities to maintain and develop your scholarly research and professional endeavours, while also contributing to teaching within the School.

The position includes developing your own research in the areas of Robotics, Mechatronics, and Manufacturing Technologies, as well as teaching undergraduate and postgraduate mechanical engineering classes. You will have the opportunity to conduct classes, design and develop learning activities, and conduct and publish high-quality research both as part of a team and independently.

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 reports to Associate Professor Hoang-Phuong Phan and has no direct reports

• Salary, Level A, AUD $110,059 to $117,718 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed term –23 months with ASAP start
• 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 School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering that is internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching. Our mission is to nurture students to become industry leaders who will generate societal, economic, and environmental benefits. The School is one of the largest and most prestigious schools Australia for thriving research programs and contribution to education excellence in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronic Engineering. Our Schools QS ranking for 2023 is #49 globally and the highest in Australia The ARWU (Shanghai) Rankings for 2023 ranked the subject Mechanical Engineering at #36 globally and the highest in Australia. Aerospace Engineering at UNSW was ranked #45 globally. For further information on our school go to - https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/mechanical-and-manufacturing-engineering

Skills & Experience:

• A PhD in Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in and passion for teaching and learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Experience engaging students and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.
• 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 relative to opportunity, with an emphasises on Robotics, Mechatronics Systems, and Biomedical devices manufacturing.
• Demonstrated expertise in sensing device development and characterization. Strong experience in flexible, stretchable electronics and soft robotics is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal 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: 11:50 pm (Sydney time) on  Tuesday 10^th December 2024

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.