Senior Lecturer – Mechanical Engineering

About the role

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering at Adelaide University is seeking an outstanding Senior Lecturer to contribute to teaching and research. You will drive high‑quality research, deliver innovative teaching, and foster industry partnerships.

Key responsibilities

• Lead research in advanced materials, biomechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, dynamics, control systems, sustainable engineering and renewable energy.
• Deliver engaging lectures and coordinate courses using evidence‑based pedagogy.
• Develop curriculum and learning activities, supervise postgraduate research students, and attract competitive research funding.

Required profile

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline with a recognised specialisation.
• Strong record of high‑quality publications and successful acquisition of competitive or industry research funding.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, course coordination and postgraduate supervision.

Required skills

• Advanced materials and structures
• Biomechanics
• Thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
• Dynamics and control systems
• Sustainable engineering and renewable energy