Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (Education Focused) in Electrical Engineering in North East

Join the School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW. There is an opportunity for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in an education-focused role. In this role, you will develop new teaching methodologies and deliver outstanding teaching and student experiences that lead to better graduates. As a Course Authority, you’ll oversee course administration and uphold academic standards. You’ll maintain professional development and support students and colleagues through mentoring and supervision of thesis and research projects, helping to shape future educators and researchers.

This EF role enables academics to specialise in Electrical Engineering education. You will deliver high-quality teaching and pursue initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those appointed to this specialisation will drive educational excellence and pedagogy development within the university’s teaching and learning communities. This is an opportunity to join a globally recognised leader in electrical engineering and telecommunications, with state-of-the-art laboratories, an internationally acclaimed faculty, and a vibrant research culture. UNSW empowers breakthroughs that shape the future of technology. The School’s industry connections, interdisciplinary collaborations, and commitment to sustainability offer pathways for professional growth, impact, and global engagement.

The role of Associate Lecturer/Lecturer reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

What you will be doing

• Salary, Lecturer (Level B) – AUD $127,947 to $150,830 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Senior Lecturer (Level C) – AUD $155,403 to $178,290 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time Fixed term – 2-year convertible tenure track (2-year fixed term with potential for transition to continuing appointment, subject to performance)
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. We’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community. The UNSW School of Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications is one of the largest and most prestigious schools of its kind in Australia. In the last 70 years, the school has grown from a purely teaching institution to one that has made important contributions to the development of electrical engineering in Australia and globally. The School has over 1500 students and 43 academic staff, with an operating budget of around $18 million.

Skills and Experience

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering, along with relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to staying up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Experience in teaching, assessment and learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g., curriculum design and development).
• Knowledge of industry or work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Track record in research with outcomes of high quality and impact; capability for research leadership.
• Involvement with the profession and/or industry.
• High level communication skills and ability to network with a diverse range of students and staff.
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, plus relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to relevant training.

Senior Lecturer (Level C)

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering, along with relevant work experience.
• Commitment to staying up to date with discipline knowledge and developments; experience in teaching, assessment and learning design with diverse pedagogical approaches.
• Experience implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and fostering educational excellence in others.
• Experience with curriculum development and improvement.
• Industry or work-integrated learning experience.
• Ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Track record in research with outcomes of high quality and impact; leadership potential.
• Experience recruiting and supervising high-calibre students.
• Teamwork, collaboration across disciplines and relationship-building skills.
• Interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning and teaching initiatives.
• Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, plus relevant policies and guidelines.
• Health and safety knowledge and commitment to training.

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

To Apply

If you are interested in an academic career focused 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. If your experience doesn’t align 100%, we still encourage you to apply. If you have had any interruption in your career, include a ROPE statement as part of your application.

For information on ROPE please check: https://www.arc.gov.au/about-arc/program-policies/research-opportunity-and-performance-evidence-rope-statement

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

Contact

For role-specific inquiries, contact Prof Jinhong Yuan (Head of School): j.yuan@unsw.edu.au

For recruitment process inquiries, contact Eugene Aves (Talent Acquisition Consultant): eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:50 pm (Sydney time) on Friday 27 February 2026

Equity and inclusion

UNSW is committed to equity and an inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly in a safe environment. We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and provide workplace adjustments for people with disability and flexible work options. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.