Ref 4905/24 Lecturer In Advanced Manufacturing, School Of Engineering, Design And Built Environment

2 x Full -time, Ongoing position commencing 1 March 2025 based at Penrith campus (Kingswood) Remuneration: $139,458 to $164,559 p.a.
including Super & Leave Loading Be part of an organisation that's ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide ·      2 x Full -time, Ongoing position commencing 1 March 2025 ·      Based at Penrith Campus (Kingswood) About Western Sydney University Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia's fastest-growing, economically significant region.
The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India.
With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.
Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry.
The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at 'World Standard' or above.
In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings.
Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do.
If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University.
About the role We are seeking an exceptional candidate for the position of Lecturer in Advanced Manufacturing.
The successful applicant will conduct innovative research and teach across a broad range of areas, including advanced manufacturing, Industry 4.0, sustainable manufacturing, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering (both aeronautical and astronautical), computer-aided engineering, and advanced engineering materials.
Proven research experience in one or more of these fields is essential, and evidence of successful grant applications is highly desirable.
We are looking for an outstanding researcher and educator with an emerging track record of impactful research, demonstrated by publications in top journals and peer-reviewed conferences.
The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated ability to secure research funding and excellence in teaching and learning in higher education.
The role involves collaborating with colleagues within the School and across the University, designing curriculum, teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and higher degree research students.
The successful candidate will also be expected to foster links with external partners, including industry, government, and community, as the School diversifies its income sources.
The incumbent will be involved in a wide range of teaching activities, including developing and delivering innovative interdisciplinary academic programs related to advanced manufacturing and supervising student projects for national and international competitions.
The appointee will develop and supervise projects addressing grand challenges with high impact, form strategic interdisciplinary teams, and identify and obtain research grants in collaboration with internal and external partners.
About You The ideal candidate will hold a PhD or equivalent in Advanced Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, Robotics and Automation, Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering, or a closely related field.
They will have demonstrated experience and achievements in areas such as advanced manufacturing, robotics, sustainable manufacturing, mechanical engineering, advanced materials, or computer-aided engineering.
Experience in smart robotics, automation, and autonomous systems is highly desirable.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record and international reputation for excellence in research and development, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications in high-profile journals, patents, and/or Open Source developments.
They will have established strong national and international research collaborations and other evidence of world-class international standing.
Additionally, they will have proven leadership in research, fostering a robust research culture, and developing research initiatives, along with experience supervising research students at the Honours or higher degree level.
The candidate will demonstrate the capacity to secure substantial research funding from various sources, including competitive government grants and income from public and private sector agencies and industry.
They will also have evidence of curriculum development and program delivery in Advanced Manufacturing and Mechanical Engineering at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with the ability to teach across a wide spectrum of related programs.
Furthermore, the successful candidate will have a proven record of successful interaction with industry or other external partners in research projects, with industry experience in a related field being highly regarded.
Culture  Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness.
We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University.
We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally.
If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing.
What We Offer in Return At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values.
In return for your dedication, we offer: 35 hour work week 17% super contributions Professional development opportunities Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Penrith campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise.
If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you
Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application.
Please review the position description for further information.
Remuneration Package: Academic Level B $139,458 to $164,559 p.a.
(comprising Salary of $117,844 to $139,151 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)   Position Enquiries: Please contact Ming Zhao, DAP - School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment via email at ****** Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at ****** Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Sunday 12 January 2025 Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility  Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.
Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
No Recruitment Agency applications will be accepted.
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