American Institute of Applied Sciences in Switzerland

Join the Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus Academic Level C salary + 17% super and staff benefits About the Role We are seeking a Senior Lecturer with demonstrated teaching and research experience in neuroscience to join the Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences in delivering the Bachelor of Health Science degree. This role will support our existing major in neuroscience to prepare our Health Science students for future-focused careers in the health sector across various fields. The position will work in collaboration with the Course Director, Department Chair and academic colleagues across the School of Health Sciences to deliver an advanced teaching program. In this role, you will undertake high-quality teaching and research in one or more areas within the neuroscience discipline. You will have experience in teaching and will contribute to the delivery and development of undergraduate coursework. You will also develop and build a high-quality research program aligned with your area of expertise as well as supervise Honours and Higher Degree Research (HDR) students and actively apply for competitive research grants and industry-supported research projects. Swinburne is committed to providing world class tech solutions to our industry partners, and your work will play a key role in advancing this mission. As the Senior Lecturer, you will convene and teach undergraduate units, contribute to the development and delivery of academic programs, and lead a dynamic research program. We are seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking academic who embraces innovation, collaboration and diversity to enrich the opportunities of students and colleagues in the delivery of the undergraduate and postgraduate courses within the department. About You To be suitable for this role, you will need to have experience in the following key accountabilities:  Demonstrated expertise in designing, managing and delivering high-quality curriculum that supports excellence in teaching and learning. An established track record of quality research, as evidenced by high-quality publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals and conference presentations. Demonstrated ability to attract/obtain external research funding through external grants and/or industry collaboration. Professional skills such as academic leadership, resourcefulness, initiative, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment. An established track record in leading teaching and research within the neuroscience discipline is preferred.  Qualifications A doctoral qualification in an area of Biomedical science, Neuroscience, or related disciplines. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in Neuroscience. A teaching qualification is preferred.  To view the full list of Key Selection Criteria, please scroll down to the bottom of this page and click on the Position Description. About Swinburne University of Technology Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research. Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world. What We Offer You! Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.  Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers. Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions. Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page! To Apply Please submit the following: CV Cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.  If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. If you have direct questions about this position, please contact A/Prof Junhua Xiao – Department Chair at jxiao@swin.edu.au  Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check and a National Police Check. If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on talentacquisition@swin.edu.au  Applications Close: Sunday, 7 June 2026 at 11:30pm. Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance. Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world. Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership. We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact at DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone). Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes. As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates. As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. #LI-SW Click here for the Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. Login to an existing account or reset your password View our FAQ section View Hints & Tips to help with your application Preview Application Form By choosing to continue, you agree to the privacy policy. Show Privacy Policy