• Department of Mechanical and Product Design Engineering
• Full time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level B salary + 17% superannuation

About the Role 

We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified academic to join our dynamic department of Mechanical and Product Design Engineering as a Lecturer to undertake teaching and research activities in areas related to decarbonisation and sustainable energy technologies.

In this role, you will contribute to the teaching programs of the Department at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, which includes developing and supporting academic programs and working with the academic team in the development of program change and innovation. You will also be responsible for providing mentoring and support to students on academic matters, and supervising Honours and Masters Coursework students.

To be successful in this role, you will have research expertise in an area related to the engineering of low- and zero-carbon technologies which may include: renewable energy systems; efficient harvesting, storage, and utilisation; integration of renewable energy sources such as solar and hydrogen; and the replacement or elimination of carbon from industrial processes. You will develop new areas and foster new external partnerships to further the Department’s contribution to the University’s research excellence and impact and make original and innovative contributions to the advancement of future renewable energy and decarbonisation technologies that will enable step-changes in emerging and future mechanical engineering practices.

This is an excellent opportunity to be a part of a team that delivers high-quality education and fosters a strong research culture that includes international collaboration, industry engagement, competitive grants, and high-quality publications. You will have the opportunity to work across a number of Swinburne’s Research Institutes including the Innovative Planet Research Institute.

About You  

To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:

• Demonstrated track record in quality publications related to Mechanical Engineering. This includes but is not limited to, specialisations in materials science, renewable energy, manufacturing, and mechanics.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake teaching, associated administrative duties, management and curriculum development at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.  
• Demonstrated track record in attracting and managing competitive research grants.
• Demonstrated ability and involvement in research through collaboration with other universities, industry and/or government.
• Experience in research student supervision is preferred. 

Qualifications

• An earned doctoral qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (essential)
• A teaching qualification (preferable)
• Membership of an appropriate professional body (preferable)

About Swinburne University of Technology 

Swinburne Horizon 2025 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, 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, and proud of it. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:

• Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
• Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
• Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
• Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice

The achievement of our 2025 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.

To Apply 

Please submit your CV and Cover Letter addressing your suitability in relation to the selection criteria for this position.  

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au. 

Applications Close: Sunday, 8 September at 11:30pm.  

Swinburne offers flexible working options, leave and parenting/carer policies to support work life balance.

Equity and Diversity 

Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation and we are proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives.  For further information on all our initiatives visit our Equity & Diversity website.

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates. If you have specific accessibility or support requirements please contact inclusion@swin.edu.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.  

For any support please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan

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.  

We are a 2023 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant

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