Lecturer in Electrical Engineering (Aerospace and Control)

Reference number: 25518
Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
Remuneration: $134,910 to $160,222 pa. (Level B) (inclusive $114,000 to $135,390 salary p.a.; 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Gardens Point
Open to: Current staff members of QUT. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people who are not QUT staff are also eligible and encouraged to apply. Please note that current staff wishing to be considered for secondment to this position must seek prior approval from their supervisor before submitting an application.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a Lecturer in Electrical Engineering (Aerospace and Control) to join School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics, Faculty of Engineering.

We are seeking an academic with a passion for aerospace, mechatronics and control with experience in fundamental or applied research, a good record of publishing and funding success relative to their career stage, and an interest in working within QUT’s Centre for Robotics’s Decision and Control research program. The role will also contribute to teaching, and innovation in teaching in the aerospace, mechatronics and control areas of our undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

The School of Electrical Engineering and Robotics plays a significant role in almost every aspect of a modern lifestyle, supplying the energy and intelligence for the technology that helps us to manage and understand the world around us. We work to ensure safe, affordable and environmentally responsible supply and consumption of electricity. We make sense of the world’s data streaming in from cameras, devices, and sensors. Our expertise in Power Engineering, Renewable Energy Systems, Robotics, AI/Machine Learning, Computer Vision and Signal Processing allows us to develop systems to automatically interpret the world, its people and their activities from diverse visual and audio sources. We create cutting edge robotic systems that interact with the real world, operating autonomously in our natural and built environments to benefit industries such as power, health, transport, manufacturing, mining and agriculture. We are committed to the education of Electrical Engineers both as undergraduates and postgraduates, and work with partner Schools to deliver leading edge Renewable Power, AI/Robotics, Mechatronic, Software and Aerospace Engineering education..

What you need to succeed

Completion of a doctoral qualification with experience in avionics, aviation, or electrical engineering aspects of aerospace or closely related field of engineering. Completion of an undergraduate engineering qualification in closely related field of engineering.
Accomplished or demonstrated leadership of research initiatives, appropriate to your career stage, including track record of successfully obtaining grants, publishing in top tier conferences and journals, and engagement with industry.
Synergy with the School’s and Faculty’s existing research areas including the Centre for Robotics’ Decision and Control research program.
Demonstrated ability in teaching and learning, including scholarly and innovative approaches to teaching and learning and the successful supervision of higher degree research students. Ability to teach into our engineering undergraduate course, including aerospace and mechatronics units such as on aircraft systems and flight, uncrewed aircraft systems, and system engineering and design.
Proven ability to contribute to a high performance and collaborative culture.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

View the job details at: https://qut.nga.net.au/?jati=29FC847F-B1A0-D2AD-B452-E4322CE86353

Job opens: 04-Sep-2025

Applications Close: 18-Sep-2025 at 11.30pm