Lecturer in Engineering (Research and Teaching)
Join Macquarie University’s School of Engineering as a tenure-track Lecturer to advance research and hands-on engineering education in Civil, Mechanical, or Mechatronic Engineering.
Best for:Best for early-to-mid-career engineering academics with a PhD, hands-on prototyping experience, and a passion for project-based teaching and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Overview
Macquarie University’s School of Engineering is seeking three dynamic early-to-mid-career academics to fill tenure-track Lecturer positions (Level B) across Civil, Mechanical, and Mechatronic Engineering. This role combines research and teaching, focusing on bridging theory and practical engineering execution. Successful candidates will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate programs, supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students, and develop impactful research that translates innovative ideas into real-world solutions. The position is based at the university’s state-of-the-art Engineering Innovation Building in Sydney, Australia, offering full-time, continuing employment with a competitive salary package.
What you'll do
- Develop and deliver engaging, project-led engineering courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students, emphasizing hands-on learning and practical skills.
- Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) students and guide their research projects to completion.
- Conduct independent research that translates innovative ideas into tangible, real-world engineering solutions.
- Collaborate with industry partners to secure research funding and foster applied research projects.
- Contribute to the growth of the School of Engineering’s research and education frameworks, particularly in civil, mechanical, and mechatronic disciplines.
- Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration and work with diverse teams to address global challenges like infrastructure resilience and sustainable energy.
- Participate in curriculum development and contribute to the university’s teaching and research initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Civil, Mechanical, Mechatronic, or a closely related engineering discipline
Language: English; proficiency appropriate for academic teaching and research
Instruction: English
Publications: Developing or established track record of quality publications
- Demonstrated hands-on engineering skills with a track record of physical prototyping, experimental system design, or practical project execution.
- Ability to design and deliver high-quality, project-led learning experiences for engineering students.
- Established or developing track record of quality publications in engineering research.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration across disciplines and with industry partners.
- Experience in securing external research funding or forming industry partnerships.
- Open to all qualified candidates; applications are considered holistically, encouraging diverse backgrounds.
- No explicit nationality or residency restrictions mentioned.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-18 (Australia/Sydney)
Submit a curriculum vitae and a statement of no more than five pages addressing the selection criteria outlined in the job description. Applications must be submitted before the deadline.
- CV
- Statement addressing selection criteria (max 5 pages)
Contact
Professor Gordon Wyeth· Dean of School of Engineering
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