At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and research in cutting-edge chemical engineering areas like sustainability and AI.
- Company: Join UNSW, a world-leading institution in Sydney, Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 17% superannuation, flexible work options, and generous parental leave.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with strong industry ties and excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Shape the future of engineering education and make a real impact on sustainable industries.
- Qualifications: PhD in Chemical Engineering or related field, with teaching and research experience.
The predicted salary is between 156864 - 156864 £ per year.
This role is based in Australia and offers a full-time position in Sydney, NSW. Join the School of Chemical Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in a Teaching and Research role. This role will contribute to the School’s strategic growth in emerging areas of chemical engineering that support sustainable industries and future economies, while building on the School’s internationally recognised research strengths.
You will help advance the School’s priorities in areas such as sustainable processing, decarbonisation, circularity, digital and AI-enabled chemical engineering, and related future-focused technologies, while delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
As a Lecturer, you will contribute to the School’s teaching and research mission through high-quality teaching, curriculum development and scholarly activity. You will support students through engaging learning experiences, contribute to the development of future-focused engineering education, and help build research capability in priority areas aligned with the School’s strategic direction.
As a Senior Lecturer, you will develop a nationally and internationally recognised research profile, contribute to interdisciplinary collaboration and industry engagement, and provide leadership in teaching, research and curriculum development. You will also help shape the School’s future academic capability and contribute to its long-term growth and success.
Position Details
- Lecturer (Level B) – AUD $133,065 to $156,864 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Senior Lecturer (Level C) – AUD $161,619 to $185,422 per annum + 17% superannuation
- Employment type: Full-time
- Appointment type: Fixed term - 2-years
- Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia
- Reporting line: This role reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.
About You
You are an academic with expertise in chemical engineering or a closely related field, with the ability to contribute to high-quality teaching and research in areas aligned with the School’s strategic priorities. You are committed to advancing your discipline knowledge while delivering engaging learning experiences through well-designed teaching, assessment and feedback, curriculum development and the use of educational technologies.
You will bring demonstrated experience in teaching, learning design and supporting students from diverse backgrounds, along with a strong commitment to student success and positive learning outcomes. Success in this role requires a collaborative and adaptable approach, with the ability to work across disciplines, build relationships with industry and professional networks, and contribute to the School’s research excellence and future growth.
At Senior Lecturer level, you will also bring evidence of research leadership, a strong and growing track record of high-impact research, experience mentoring colleagues and supervising HDR students to completion, and the ability to contribute to broader academic leadership within the School and Faculty.
About UNSW
UNSW is a world-leading institution recognised for its scale, prestige, and impact. With strong industry engagement and partnerships across sectors, UNSW provides a unique environment where academic expertise translates into real-world outcomes. The university is home to cutting-edge research that drives innovation and societal progress, while its excellence in teaching ensures students are prepared to lead in their fields.
For academics, UNSW offers an outstanding platform to flourish — combining world-class facilities, collaborative networks, and a culture of innovation that supports both career growth and meaningful contributions to the wider community.
The School of Chemical Engineering at UNSW Sydney is a world-leading chemical engineering school, recognised for high-quality education and cutting-edge research. Ranked among the top 50 globally, the School has internationally recognised research strengths across Advanced Process Systems Engineering, Biomaterials and Medical Devices, Energy, Environmental Processes and Technologies, Food and Health, Macromolecular and Interfacial Engineering, and Sensor Technology and Advanced Materials.
Skills And Experience
Level B
- A PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
- Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
- Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact.
- High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
- Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action.
- Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
Level C
- A PhD in Chemical Engineering or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches.
- Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
- Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.
- Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning.
- Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
- Experience in successfully recruiting and supervising high calibre students.
- Demonstrated ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning and teaching initiatives.
- An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action.
- 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.
Contact
For role-specific inquiries, please contact Prof Cordelia Selomulya (Head of School). For questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Partner).
Applications close: 11:50 pm (Sydney time) on Friday, 11 September 2026.
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, including working from home, for eligible staff. UNSW provides 26 weeks of fully paid maternity or primary carers leave upon commencement of employment (subject to eligibility).
UNSW is committed to enhancing the experience of ECAs by providing a supportive and collegial work environment and a dedicated framework to deliver support services to assist their research, teaching, and career development.
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