Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor - Mechanical Engineering

Job no: 515180

Work type: Continuing - Full-time

Campus: Adelaide

Categories: Level B, Level C, Level D, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

Continuing Academic Position in Mechanical Engineering.

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) at the University of Adelaide is seeking applications for a full-time, continuing position in Mechanical Engineering. This is a teaching and research role available at the Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level.

Outstanding applicants in all areas of mechanical engineering are welcomed with demonstrable strong research and teaching experience in the following areas:

- Materials and Structures: Advanced materials (e.g., flexible materials, metamaterials, smart materials, composites), Materials modelling and simulation, Advanced manufacturing, Additive manufacturing, Aerospace structures, Mechanics of materials, Structural mechanics, Fracture mechanics, Nanomechanics, MEMS and NEMS, Computational mechanics, Structural health monitoring, Multifunctional and adaptive structures.

- Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Prosthetics and medical devices, Biomechanical materials and tissue engineering, Cardiovascular and musculoskeletal biomechanics, Orthopaedic biomechanics, Computational biomechanics, Biofluid mechanics, Biomechatronics, Artificial organs, Nanofluidics.

- Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics: Aerodynamics and hydrodynamics, Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), Compressible flows, Environmental fluid mechanics, Flow control and optimisation, Fluid-structure interaction, Wave energy, Wind energy, Multiphase flows and complex fluids, Turbulence and transition, Newtonian and non-Newtonian flows, Reactive flows, Microfluidics, Heat transfer, Experimental techniques.

- Dynamics and Control Systems: Vibration and acoustics control, Thermoacoustic, Underwater acoustics, Aerospace dynamics and flight control, Robotics and automation, Human-robot interaction, Novel sensors and actuators, Mechatronics and embedded systems, Computational dynamics and simulations, Avionics, Autonomous systems, Control and signal processing, Bio-inspired systems, Non-linear dynamics, Vehicle dynamics, Adaptive control, Smart control.

- Sustainable Engineering and Renewable Energy: Renewable energy technologies (e.g., wind, wave, solar), Sustainable design and development, Sustainable transportation systems, Hydrogen fuel and battery technologies, Energy efficiency and conservation, Environmental impact of engineering solutions, Recyclable materials, Sustainable materials, Thermal storage, Clean energy.

We deeply commit to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from individuals who can enrich our community.

Lecturer (Level B)

- PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.

- Ability to conduct high quality research with increasing independence supporting the School’s research strengths.

- Proven research record with publications in high‑quality journals or conferences.

- Willingness to supervise or co‑supervise postgraduate students.

- Ability to teach effectively using evidence‑based pedagogy that promotes student learning.

- Evidence of reflective practice in curriculum, learning, and teaching.

- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

Senior Lecturer (Level C)

- PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.

- Substantial record of high‑quality publications.

- 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.

- Leads 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.

- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

- Ability and willingness to engage with industry or external research organisations.

- Participation in University engagement and outreach activities.

Associate Professor (Level D)

- PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.

- Demonstrates independent and original contributions to research in their field of expertise with national impact.

- Evidences a consistent record of leadership and success in gaining research income including through nationally competitive grants and industry funding.

- Ability to lead major research programmes and engages and supervises the work of other participants in significant research projects.

- Evidence of successful PhD completions as principal supervisor.

- Demonstrates teaching ability to map and monitor the achievement of program learning outcomes, and implements program‑level improvements.

- Ability to develop and lead innovation in curricula and programmes to enhance the university’s standing as a national leader in education.

- Demonstrates effective leadership to peers and colleagues.

- Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

- Ability to lead University outreach and engagement activities.

We understand that a career change is a big decision. This role may even have you considering a move to Adelaide to embark on your next career chapter.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

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