"Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering"

Position Details

• Full Time | Continuing
• Academic Level B I $113,211 - $133,974 pa | 17% Superannuation
• Location: Tonsley / Kaurna Country / Australia
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About the Position:

Flinders University is entering an exciting new phase of growth and investment, with the College of Science and Engineering strengthening disciplines that will shape the future workforce and deliver meaningful research impact. Mechanical Engineering is a key priority area within this vision and is experiencing significant growth across teaching, research and industry engagement.

We are seeking a Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering who will play a pivotal role in this next phase of growth. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a modern mechanical engineering teaching program while building a strong and sustainable research profile.

In this role, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, research-informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programs, including lectures, tutorials, laboratories and multi-mode delivery (face-to-face and online)
• Design and continuously improve contemporary curriculum that prepares graduates for professional practice and emerging industry needs
• Undertake ethical and impactful research in mechanical engineering, particularly in solid mechanics, mechanical design, or closely related areas
• Publish in quality outlets and pursue external competitive grant funding
• Supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students
• Build and strengthen partnerships with industry, professional bodies and external stakeholder
• Contribute to accreditation, quality assurance and the broader academic life of the College

This position is open to domestic and international candidates. Relocation and visa support is available.

About You

You are an emerging or established researcher and educator with a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching. You are motivated to contribute to a growing mechanical engineering discipline and to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver meaningful educational and research outcomes.

You will demonstrate:

• Completion of a PhD in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Evidence of, or capacity for, high-quality tertiary teaching, including curriculum development and topic coordination
• A strong research track record relative to career stage, including quality publications and a developing ability to attract external competitive grant funding
• Experience in, or capacity for, supervision of Honours and/or Higher Degree by Research students

About the College of Science and Engineering

At the College of Science and Engineering we believe in the power of science and engineering to solve real world problems. Our vision is to provide internationally recognised science and engineering education programs that are accessible, student centred, innovative and impactful. As well as being globally recognised for our research to advance science and engineering by creating new technologies that make our world more connected, secure, healthy, and sustainable. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities.

Supporting Women in STEM

At Flinders University, we embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to achieving gender equality in employment by identifying and removing any discriminatory employment barriers and taking action to promote gender equality in the workplace. We have been awarded Institutional Bronze Accreditation and Five Cygnet Awards in the SAGE Athena SWAN program, recognising the University’s ongoing efforts towards achieving gender equity, diversity and inclusion.

Ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? 

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options.
• Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide.
• Parental Support including antenatal leave, parental leave for continuing and fixed-term employees and returning from leave support.
• Accredited by Australian Breastfeeding Association as a “Best Practice” Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace
• Breastfeeding/lactation facilities and childcare services on campus.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Wide range of professional development activities and services

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit a CV and a three-page Suitability Statement addressing the key position capabilities of the position description. 
• For more information regarding this position, you can contact Professor Maziar Ramezani.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Tuesday, 31 March 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.