Job no: HRC0009113 Category: Academic Level B
Base Salary: $112,717 – $133,853 plus 17% superannuation
Position: Full-time, Continuing
Location: Callaghan Campus
Our university The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence.
Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe.
Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle's Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University's commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.
Our school The School of Engineering is one of the most research-intensive Schools within the University.
The School offers Engineering degree programs in Aerospace Systems, Chemical, Civil, Computer Systems, Electrical and Electronic, Environmental, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Medical, and Renewable Energy as well as degree programs in Surveying and Geospatial Engineering.
It is rated well above the sector average for quality of overall experience for undergraduate engineering students and for median salaries and is equipped with modern teaching and research facilities for staff.
Be challenged and imagine with us The School of Engineering is seeking to appoint a Lecturer specialising in Mechatronics Engineering, undertaking research into priority areas including energy-based modelling and control.
As the degree program is focussed on Autonomous Systems, the successful applicant will teach from a model-based control systems perspective.
You will also have the opportunity to support the NU Marine team (as part of the international RobotX competition) and create and evolve ongoing collaborative relationships with local and international Mechatronics industries, including industries operating in the Williamtown RAAF airbase precinct.
How will you inspire us The successful candidates will have:
A PhD in Mechatronics Engineering or related field with a strong background in analytical mechanics and energy-based control methods.Demonstrated record of high-quality contribution to research, including evidence of international and national research and industry collaborations/partnerships.Demonstrated recent record of successfully taking a chief investigator role (often in conjunction with more experienced researchers) in funding initiatives and obtaining competitive external research funding including industry funded research.Demonstrated recent active supervision of honours and masters research projects as well as Higher Degree by Research students.Demonstrated recent ability to contribute to teaching at undergraduate and honours levels, taking responsibility for the preparation and delivery of course modules.
Specialist areas of teaching for this role include analytical mechanics and energy-based control methods.Demonstrated recent ability to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles, sharing academic service responsibilities, contributing to outcomes of internal committees, and beginning to develop external collaborations.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including an inter-disciplinary way of working, capacity to build relationships and engagement with industry stakeholders.What we offer In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.
These include:
flexible working arrangements (in line with the University's Flexible Work Policy);17% super and salary packaging;additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;wellbeing programs.Your next steps Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role.
It's important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.
Your application must include: Your ORCID ID (if relevant)A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)A Cover Letter:outlining your interest in the roleinclude contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. Your Cover Letter should not exceed 1 page and Response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria should not exceed 4 pages.
For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the relevant Position Description for which you are applying (available in the Related Documents section below).
Closing date: Thursday 5th December, 2024 at 11.59pm AEDT The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion.
Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.
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