Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor equivalent) in Nuclear and/or Maritime Engineering

The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) is seeking a passionate and dedicated academic to join our Mechanical Engineering discipline as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor equivalent). This is a continuing (tenure-track) opportunity for a specialist in Nuclear Engineering and/or Maritime Engineering to contribute to world-leading research and teaching.

Why Join Us?

The University is the third-oldest university and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8). Our Engineering program is ranked 46th in the world in the 2023–2024 US News and World Report’s Best Global Universities Subject Ranking, and the University itself is ranked 82nd globally in the QS World Rankings.

We are proud of our diverse and inclusive workplace, and we strongly encourage applications from individuals who will bring a range of perspectives to our community. The University offers a suite of professional development programs, including the Academic Mentoring for Women (AMW) initiative, which supports women in advancing their academic careers.

About the Role

In this position, you will:

Teach and develop courses in areas such as submarine design, naval architecture, nuclear engineering, radiation detection and measurement, nuclear safety and materials, plasma/fusion science, thermal-fluids, propulsion systems and maritime engineering.
Conduct high-quality research in collaboration with a vibrant academic team working on naval nuclear propulsion, systems engineering, hydroacoustics, experiments, modelling and simulation, hydrodynamics, and energy technologies.
Engage with industry, government, and academic partners to drive innovation in nuclear and maritime sectors.

Candidates with a strong research track record or significant industry experience are encouraged to apply. Interdisciplinary collaboration is central to this role, and the successful applicant will contribute to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs.

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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor equivalent) in Nuclear and/or Maritime Engineering