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Join Design Factory Melbourne at Swinburne University Full-time, 2 year fixed-term position at our Hawthorn campus Academic Level B + 17% super and attractive staff benefits About the Role Drive Contemporary Applied Innovation in a Practice-Led Environment Swinburne University of Technology is seeking a Lecturer, Applied Innovation (2-year fixed term) to join Design Factory Melbourne (DFM) - a globally connected innovation hub embedded at the intersection of academia, industry and emerging startup ecosystems. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Swinburne’s Ad Astra 2030 ambitions, shaping future-focused, industry-integrated learner experiences while advancing contemporary approaches to applied innovation in both teaching and research. At DFM, you will work within a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary environment that draws on real-world innovation practices from industry, startups and broader ecosystems. You’ll bring current applied innovation expertise into the classroom - designing and delivering hands-on, studio-based learning experiences that connect theory with the realities of innovation in practice. This role offers flexibility across teaching, applied research and innovation services, with opportunities to contribute to DFM’s diverse portfolio of industry projects, co-created innovation initiatives and startup-facing engagements. You’ll play a key role in enabling students to develop future-ready capabilities through immersive, work-integrated learning experiences. We’re seeking an emerging or established academic with experience in applied innovation, interdisciplinary or design-led learning, and a passion for bridging academic and industry practice. If you are energised by working across education, industry and innovation ecosystems, and want to contribute to a dynamic environment shaping the next generation of applied innovation talent, we’d love to hear from you. About You To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities: Demonstrated experience in teaching in a university setting. Demonstrated leadership or team coordination experience in higher education, including experience contributing to course teams, fostering a collaborative working environment, and supporting the delivery and enhancement of undergraduate curricula in alignment with institutional goals. (Desirable) Demonstrated capability to contribute to teaching a range of undergraduate and postgraduate innovation-based unit offerings. Demonstrated commitment to research in the university context including high quality publications (Desirable) Qualifications A PHD tertiary qualification aligned to innovation methodology or equivalent demonstrated experience. 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 your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. 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. 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 Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au Applications Close: 5pm, Saturday 4th July 2026 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, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process. For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.  Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. 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. How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. 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Briefing: Centered on material design, fabrication, and application, this field engages in fundamental research and frontier applications of new materials, covering the complete chain from microscopic nanostructures to macroscopic performance optimization. Disciplines： Materials Science and Engineering Materials Engineering and Nanotechnology Major Responsibilities The successful candidates will be expected to: Deliver exceptional education, both independently or collaboratively, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses; Achieve international recognition and demonstrate leadership in their respective fields through outstanding research; Contribute to administrative tasks, ensuring efficient operations and supporting the advancement of the university's mission (applicable to senior faculty); Proactively secure external funding for research projects, promoting technological innovation;  Provide exemplary supervision for student projects, internships, and theses, guiding them towards academic excellence. Qualifications Applicants should hold a doctoral degree in the relevant field. A strong track record in independent research, teaching, student supervision, and service is highly desirable. Candidates who have recently obtained their PhD with exceptional achievements may also be considered. For the positions of Chair Professor, Professor, and Associate Professor, applicants should: Demonstrate a record of world-class academic accomplishments and reputable international academic leadership; Possess extensive experience in teaching, student supervision, and securing research project funding; Demonstrate the ability to establish a distinguished research programme aligned with the University's strategic research areas; Commit to delivering high-quality teaching and supervision to a diverse student population at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. For the Assistant Professor position, applicants should: Demonstrate strong potential in research and teaching that aligns with the University's strategic research areas. Compensation and Benefits We offer a highly competitive package, including excellent fringe benefits and research support:  Competitive remuneration and attractive fringe benefits; Start-up research funding; Access to top-quality research equipment and support; Various government-sponsored talent programmes (for eligible candidates); Abundant local industry resources for collaborative horizontal projects.  Application Requirements To apply for the faculty positions at CityUHK(Dongguan), please ensure that your application includes the following documents: A cover letter introducing yourself and expressing your motivation for joining CityUHK(Dongguan). Please highlight your qualifications, relevant experiences, and how you envision contributing to CityUHK(Dongguan) academic community; A comprehensive resume, which should include a full publication list showcasing your academic achievements and contributions; Research statement outlining your vision and goals for your future research endeavors within the University; Teaching statement outlining your vision and goals for your future teaching endeavors within the University; PDF files of three representative publications demonstrating the quality and impact of your scholarly work; The names and contact information of at least 3 references; Any additional supporting documents or evidence of your research, teaching, or leadership accomplishments that you believe will strengthen your application. Application Review and Contact Information Review of applications will commence promptly and continue on an ongoing basis until all positions are successfully filled. To apply, please send your application materials with the email subject line titled "Your name+Position you apply for+Field" to college@cityu-dg.edu.cn. (e.g. Applicant's Name + Assistant Professor＋ Intelligent Manufacturing and Systems Engineering) Kind reminder: To ensure your application is processed successfully, please make sure to include the required subject line in your email. For more information, please visit the University website below： https://www.cityu-dg.edu.cn/en/academic-positions

 Join a team shaping the future of Australian manufacturing  Full-time, fixed-term (until 30 June 2027) position at our Hawthorn campus Academic Level A salary + 17% super and staff benefits  An exciting opportunity exists for a Research Associate to join the ARC Research Hub for Future Digital Manufacturing and contribute to industry-funded research delivering real-world impact. Working closely with researchers, engineers and industry partners, you will develop innovative software solutions that leverage Context Awareness, Internet of Things (IoT), Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI) and advanced data integration technologies to improve manufacturing productivity and decision-making. This role will focus on ARC Digital Manufacturing Hub with Sutton Tools, which aims to develop a "Single Source of Truth" knowledgebase to enable data-driven productivity improvements. About the Role As a Research Associate, you will contribute to the research, design, development and evaluation of advanced software-based solutions in areas including:  Context-aware systems  Internet of Things (IoT)  Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI)  Large-scale distributed systems  Knowledge management and data integration platforms  Digital manufacturing technologies  You will work closely with industry partners to understand business challenges and translate these into practical technical solutions. Success in this role will be measured primarily through project outcomes, industry impact and delivery of research milestones, with publication opportunities encouraged. Key responsibilities include:  Conducting research, development and evaluation of advanced software-based solutions.  Delivering project milestones and outcomes for the Sutton Tools collaboration.  Designing and implementing large-scale distributed and context-aware systems.  Integrating data from multiple heterogeneous sources and platforms.  Working closely with industry partners to understand business challenges and translate them into technical solutions.  Contributing to future research and industry funding proposals.  Collaborating within multidisciplinary teams of researchers, engineers and industry experts.  While research publications are encouraged, performance will primarily be measured through successful project delivery and industry impact.  Please note that due to the fixed-term nature of this role, candidates must already hold valid working rights for the duration of the contract to be considered. About You You are a motivated researcher and software developer who enjoys solving complex real-world challenges and working directly with industry partners. You will have:  Strong programming skills in one or more of the following: Python, Java, C/C++, .NET, JavaScript/React, R, Ruby, Perl or Bash.  Experience in software systems design and development of robust, scalable solutions.  Experience developing distributed, context-aware or data integration systems.  Knowledge of IoT and Applied AI technologies, including machine learning and large language models.  Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and teamwork skills.  Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently.  Desirable  Experience working with manufacturing or industrial systems.  Experience in manufacturing data analytics.  Qualifications A Master's degree, or a Bachelor's degree with Honours and at least three years' relevant research experience. About the ARC Research Hub for Future Digital Manufacturing The ARC Research Hub for Future Digital Manufacturing brings together leading universities and industry partners to develop next-generation digital manufacturing technologies, including AI, digital twins and intelligent platforms that enhance productivity, quality and sustainability across Australian manufacturing. Based at Swinburne University's Hawthorn campus, this role offers opportunities for flexible working arrangements and collaboration with industry partners and researchers across Australia. Join us and contribute to research that delivers meaningful outcomes for industry while helping drive the future of digital manufacturing. 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 your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. 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. 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 Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au Applications Close: Sunday 21 June, at 11.00pm 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, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process. For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact talentacquisition@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550. Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to talentacquisition@swin.edu.au. 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 Please click here for Position Description How to apply: Start your application by clicking the "begin" button. 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