Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

About the role

The University of Queensland's School of Mechanical and Mining Engineering is looking for a Lecturer (Academic Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Academic Level C) in Mechanical Engineering. The position is full-time, permanent, based at the St Lucia Campus in Brisbane, and involves teaching, research and supervision. Visa sponsorship may be available.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, including lectures, tutorials, assessment and supervision
• Develop and deliver high-quality independent and collaborative research, secure external funding, publish in leading journals and contribute to interdisciplinary projects
• Supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students, and support staff recruitment, onboarding, performance management and employee development
• Build partnerships with industry, government and professional bodies, and contribute to school administration, decision-making and committees
• Level C adds principal supervision of HDR students, leading national and international research collaborations, and helping translate research into commercial outcomes

Required profile

• Completed PhD in mechanical engineering with a record of research and a growing profile of high-quality publications and conference presentations
• Evidence of securing and managing external research funding
• Record of supervising undergraduate, postgraduate coursework and HDR students, and teaching mechanical engineering at undergraduate and postgraduate level
• Willingness to teach large courses and coordinate new programs and curriculum
• Internal service experience and good communication and collaboration skills
• Level C requires national recognition, a strong record of principal supervision and coordination of courses

What we offer

• Base salary of $119,462.94-$141,545.09 (Level B) or $145,961.51-$168,043.68 (Level C) plus 17% superannuation
• 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 genuine career progression
• Possible employer-sponsored work rights and relocation support for interstate or overseas applicants

Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter and responses to the key responsibilities and requirements through the university's online application system; applications by email are not accepted. Applications close on 22 November 2026.