The School of Electrical and Mechanical Engineering (EME) at the University of Adelaide (Adelaide, South Australia) invites applications for two positions at the levels of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (Assistant Professor equivalent) and Associate Professor in the Discipline of Mechanical Engineering. These are full-time, continuing (tenure-track), teaching and research roles.

The School welcomes outstanding applicants in all areas of mechanical engineering with demonstrable strong research and teaching experience in, but not limited to, the following areas:

Materials and Structures: Advanced materials (e.g., flexible materials, metamaterials, smart materials, composites), Materials modelling and simulation, Advanced manufacturing, Additive manufacturing, Aerospace structures, Mechanics of materials, Structural mechanics, Fracture mechanics, Nanomechanics, MEMS and NEMS, Computational mechanics, Structural health monitoring, Multifunctional and adaptive structures.
Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering: Prosthetics and medical devices, Biomechanical materials and tissue engineering, Cardiovascular and musculoskeletal biomechanics, Orthopaedic biomechanics, Computational biomechanics, Biofluid mechanics, Biomechatronics, Artificial organs, Nanofluidics.
Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics: Aerodynamics and hydrodynamics, Computational fluid dynamics (CFD), Compressible flows, Environmental fluid mechanics, Flow control and optimisation, Fluid-structure interaction, Wave energy, Wind energy, Multiphase flows and complex fluids, Turbulence and transition, Newtonian and non-Newtonian flows, Reactive flows, Microfluidics , Heat transfer, Experimental techniques.
Dynamics and Control Systems: Vibration and acoustics control, Thermoacoustic, Underwater acoustics, Aerospace dynamics and flight control, Robotics and automation, Human-robot interaction, Novel sensors and actuators, Mechatronics and embedded systems, Computational dynamics and simulations, Avionics, Autonomous systems, Control and signal processing, Bio-inspired systems, Non-linear dynamics, Vehicle dynamics, Adaptive control, Smart control.
Sustainable Engineering and Renewable Energy: Renewable energy technologies (e.g., wind, wave, solar), Sustainable design and development, Sustainable transportation systems, Hydrogen fuel and battery technologies, Energy efficiency and conservation, Environmental impact of engineering solutions, Recyclable materials, Sustainable materials, Thermal storage, Clean energy

Our School is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we enthusiastically encourage applications from individuals who can enrich the fabric of our community. The University provides a range of professional development opportunities, including our Academic Mentoring for Women Program (AMW), designed to empower and support women in advancing their careers, based on this we encourage female applicants to apply.

The University of Adelaide, Australia's third-oldest university and a member of the elite Go8 universities, is ranked 82nd place in the QS world rankings. The University of Adelaide’s Engineering program is ranked no. 46 in the world in the 2023-2024 US News and World Reports Best Global Universities Subject Ranking. Situated amidst the captivating landscapes of South Australia, which boasts the distinction of being the tenth most liveable city globally*, Adelaide offers an exceptional environment for both living and working. With its relaxed atmosphere, safety, lack of pollution, and ease of navigation, this city of approximately 1.4 million residents is nestled between picturesque beaches and stunning hills.

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Continuing (Tenure-Track) Academic Positions in Mechanical Engineering