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Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Engineering (Manufacturing)

SOUTHERN CROSS UNIVERSITY
East Lismore Full-day Full-time

Description:

  • Strong industry connections and applied research opportunities
  • Remuneration up to $155,046 p.a. plus 17% super
  • Beachside or Rainforest location choices at Gold Coast or Lismore

    About us

    Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

    Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

    About the opportunity

    Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Science and Engineering is committed to delivering high-quality education and research that prepares graduates for industry success. The Faculty is seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Engineering (Manufacturing) to contribute to the Faculty’s teaching, research, and industry engagement. Your core responsibilities will include:

  • Delivering high-quality teaching in mechanical and manufacturing engineering, including curriculum development across blended and online modes.
Conducting research aligned with the Faculty’s priorities, publishing in high-quality journals, and securing research funding. Supervising research students and engaging in the scholarship of teaching. Building strong industry and professional partnerships to enhance student learning and research collaboration.

About you

We are looking for an academic with expertise in mechanical engineering, particularly manufacturing engineering, who is passionate about education, research, and industry collaboration. More specifically, you will have:

A PhD in Mechanical Engineering. A demonstrated record of excellence in teaching mechanical and manufacturing engineering, incorporating contemporary educational technologies. An appropriate research track record, including publications and funding applications. Experience in supervising research students. Evidence of active participation in industry partnerships, professional bodies, and/or community engagement.

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

Full-time, continuing (permanent) Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Generous relocation support available. Academic Level B or C. The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience. The base salary for Academic Level B ranges from $110,611 - $130,814 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $153,052. The base salary for Academic Level C ranges from $134,848 - $155,046 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $181,404.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description for the level of the position you are applying for by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting jobs@scu.edu.au.

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Professor Charles Lemckert, Professor, Faculty of Science and Engineering
Phone: 02 6626 9387
Email: charles.lemckert@scu.edu.au

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, 22 April 2025

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.

25 Mar 2025;   from: timeshighereducation.com

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