Job Details

• Salary
  • Associate Lecturer – Level A, AUD$110,059 to $117,718 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Lecturer - Level B, AUD $123,620 to $145,730 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed term – 12 months
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

The Opportunity

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering, UNSW, has an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in an Education Focussed (EF) role. In this role, you will develop new teaching methodologies and deliver outstanding teaching and student experiences that lead to better graduates with a focus on Design Engineering.

The purpose of this EF role is to enable academics to specialise in Aerospace Engineering education, devoting their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those who are appointed to this prestigious specialisation will be expected to successfully drive educational excellence within the university’s teaching and learning communities.

This role reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged, and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The School of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering that is internationally recognised for its excellence in research and teaching. Our mission is to nurture students to become industry leaders who will generate societal, economic, and environmental benefits. The School is one of the largest and most prestigious schools Australia for thriving research programs and contribution to education excellence in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing Engineering, Robotics and Mechatronic Engineering. Our Schools QS ranking for 2023 is #49 globally and the highest in Australia The ARWU (Shanghai) Rankings for 2023 ranked the subject Mechanical Engineering at #36 globally and the highest in Australia. Aerospace Engineering at UNSW was ranked #45 globally. For further information on our school go to - https://www.unsw.edu.au/engineering/our-schools/mechanical-and-manufacturing-engineering

Skills & Experience:

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

• A PhD or near completion of PhD in design engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline is essential.
• Contemporary knowledge of the design engineering discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in and passion for teaching and learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• A good track record in achieving excellent student satisfaction and experience in teaching.
• Knowledge of educational technologies, learning management systems, project-based learning, and online delivery methods.
• A strong commitment to work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Experience in engaging students and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback. Evidence of and/or preparedness to undertake professional development of teaching practice.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Ability and capacity to implement required UNSW health and safety policies and procedures.

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in design engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related discipline is essential.
• Actively stays up to date with discipline knowledge and professional development
• Demonstrated experience in development and delivery of engineering courses at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with modern educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable)
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Contemporary knowledge of at least one design engineering discipline.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

If you are interested in an academic career in a role that focusses on delivering excellent teaching and pedagogy development, please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and systematic responses to the Skills and Experience.

Applicants must have working rights in Australia and be able to be on site in Kensington regularly.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Sunday 3^rd November 2024

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.