Job Details
- Salary, Lecturer (Level B) – AUD$123,620 to $145,730 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Fixed term
- Full time – 3-year FTC
- Part time - Shorter duration options available (salary will be pro-rated based on the full-time equivalent (FTE))
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
- To be considered for this role you must be an Australian Citizen
The Opportunity
The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at UNSW is seeking a Lecturer for a teaching and research role. This is an exciting opportunity to join the UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre, where you will design and develop engaging learning activities, resources, and assessments across diverse learning environments. You’ll contribute to innovative teaching approaches, supporting students individually and as a cohort to enhance their learning progression and employability.
As a mentor and supervisor, you will help shape the next generation of academics through HDR supervision and guidance. Your expertise will be instrumental in designing and delivering courses for UNSW’s nuclear engineering education programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as the delivery of specialised training courses. Depending on your specific expertise, you will have opportunities to teach courses in nuclear physics, reactor physics, radiation shielding, neutronics, reactor kinetics, and nuclear engineering design.
Beyond teaching, you will have the opportunity to pursue your own groundbreaking research in particle transport, radiation-matter interaction, and reactor physics. You’ll engage in individual and collaborative research, producing scholarly output aligned with disciplinary standards. Under limited supervision, you will design nuclear research projects in areas such as theoretical and applied nuclear physics, and the development of nuclear materials.
This role offers the opportunity to drive innovation, support cutting-edge advancements, and contribute to UNSW’s reputation as a leader in nuclear engineering education and research.
The position of Lecturer reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.
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
The UNSW Nuclear Innovation Centre is a pioneering hub dedicated to advancing Australia’s nuclear science industry. Launched in February 2024, the Centre fosters cross-disciplinary and cross-industry collaborations, focusing on areas such as medicine, irradiated materials, waste management, space exploration, and mining. By bringing together experts from various fields, the Centre aims to drive innovation, develop a skilled workforce, and nurture future leaders. Its mission is to enhance research, education, and training, ensuring the prosperity and competitiveness of Australia’s nuclear technology sector. For more information please visit - https://www.unsw.edu.au/research/nuclear-innovation-centre
Skills & Experience:
- A PhD in a discipline related to nuclear engineering or reactor physics, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
- 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.
- 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 and/or industry.
- 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 role that focusses on delivering excellent teaching and conducting nuclear research, please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and systematic responses to the Skills and Experience.
Eligibility:
Candidates must have Australian Citizenship and be able to hold and maintain a defence clearance. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to work from the UNSW Kensington campus.
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 Tuesday 3rd June 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.
