Senior Lecturer

• Job Overview
• Senior Lecturer
• School of Materials Science and Engineering

, UNSW Sydney, NSW, Australia.

Full time, Fixed‑Term – 18 months. Salary: $155K – $178K plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading. Works 35 hours per week.

About The Role

• Contribute to high‑quality research and educational excellence within the School and Faculty.
• Develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses aligned with UNSW policy.
• Support students individually and as a cohort to achieve positive learning and employability outcomes.
• Manage course administration as Course Authority, including academic quality assurance.
• Maintain and develop industry and professional links, contributing to professional development activities.
• Identify and apply for internal education funding opportunities.
• Participate in School and Faculty committees, drive meetings and seminars.
• Lead research that has a significant impact in polymer science and engineering, building a nationally recognised research track record.
• Secure research income from national competitive grants and research end‑users.
• Mentor and supervise HDR students to timely completion, contributing to HDR review panels.
• Demonstrate alignment with UNSW Code of Conduct and Values, and comply with health and safety policies.

Qualifications & Selection Criteria

• Ph D in polymer science and engineering, materials engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Proven capacity for high‑quality teaching in mechanical behaviour of materials, materials failure, structural design, and materials processing.
• Experience with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Track record of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Experience in curriculum development and improvement initiatives.
• Experience with industry or work‑integrated learning and ability to secure funding for learning and teaching initiatives.
• Evidence of supporting and inspiring students from diverse backgrounds, and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Research excellence in polymer science and engineering, with a record of high‑impact outcomes and leadership capacity.
• Successful recruiting and supervision of high‑calibre students.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills; ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Understanding of UNSW’s aims, objectives and values, and relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to relevant training.

EEO Statement

UNSW aspires to be the exemplar Australian university and employer of choice for people from diverse backgrounds.

UNSW aims to ensure equality in recruitment, development, retention and promotion of staff and that no‑one is disadvantaged on the basis of their gender, cultural background, disability, sexual orientation or identity or Indigenous heritage.

We encourage everyone who meets the selection criteria to apply.

UNSW partners with Australia’s leading diversity organisations, networks and campaigns to provide flexible work and leave options, and support for carers (childcare, parent rooms, parental leave).

• Application Information
• Contact: Michael Ferry,

Applications close: July 16th, 2026.

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