Lecturer in Structural Engineering

About the role

The University of Queensland's School of Civil Engineering is looking for a full-time, permanent Lecturer (Teaching and Research) in structural engineering to join an established structural engineering research group. The position is based at the St Lucia Campus in Brisbane and involves teaching undergraduates and postgraduates, supervising HDR students, and conducting research in structural engineering.

Key responsibilities

• Teach and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate civil and structural engineering courses, design learning materials, assess students and give academic advice.
• Develop a research program in civil and structural engineering, collaborate on joint projects and funding applications, publish in high-quality journals and conferences, and manage research funding.
• Supervise Honours and HDR students and support staff recruitment, development and performance.
• Build partnerships across academia, industry and the community and contribute to university service.

Required profile

• Completed PhD in Structural Engineering and/or Civil Engineering.
• Expert knowledge of a relevant discipline and ability to develop innovative research programs.
• Growing profile in teaching and research, with a track record of publications in refereed journals and conference presentations.
• Evidence of having secured and managed external research funding.
• High-quality teaching experience at undergraduate, Honours and postgraduate levels, and experience coordinating courses and developing programs.
• Record of supervising Honours and HDR students to successful completion.

Required skills

• Desirable: expertise in structural design (especially concrete structures) and knowledge of Australian Standards or equivalent.
• Desirable: research interests such as emerging structural materials, timber engineering, low-carbon high-performance concrete, steel structures, structural wind engineering and risk and reliability.

What we offer

• Base salary of $119,462.94 - $141,545.09 plus 17% superannuation (Academic Level B); visa sponsorship may be available.
• Access to world-class facilities, grant-writing support and research funding opportunities.
• Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading and flexible working arrangements.
• Recognition of prior service with other Australian universities and access to internal-only vacancies.

Applications close on 25 November 2026. Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter and responses to the 'About You' section through the university's online application system; pre-employment checks may include right-to-work verification and qualification checks. Relocation support may be available for interstate or overseas moves.