Senior Lecturer – School of Materials Science and Engineering

About the role

The University of New South Wales is seeking a Senior Lecturer for its School of Materials Science and Engineering in Sydney. The role combines high‑quality teaching with a strong research agenda, contributing to the school’s reputation in the Asia‑Pacific region.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses, design learning activities and assess student performance.
• Provide one‑to‑one and group academic support to enhance student learning and employability.
• Manage course administration as Course Authority, ensuring academic quality assurance.
• Lead and participate in school meetings, seminars and faculty committees.
• Conduct independent research, develop research groups, and secure competitive research funding.
• Maintain and develop industry and professional links within the materials discipline.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent in Materials Science, Engineering or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching with a reflective teaching philosophy.
• Established record of research impact and peer‑recognised publications.
• Experience in obtaining research grants and managing research projects.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and academic governance.

Required skills

• Deep knowledge of Materials Science and Engineering concepts.

What we offer

• Annual salary $155,000 – $178,000 plus 17 % superannuation and annual leave loading.
• Fixed‑term contract of 18 months (full‑time, 35 hours per week).
• Vibrant campus community with strong inclusion and professional development opportunities.