Website:
unsw.edu.au
Job details:
This Job is based in Australia
Lecturer, Digital Engineering, UNSW Canberra
Employment type: 2 x full-time roles (35 hours per week)
Duration: Continuing
Remuneration: Level B from AUD133,065 + leave loading +17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, City Campus
Work rights required: Visa sponsorship is
not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as Australia’s #1 university, one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters
UNSW Canberra’s initiative in the teaching of the emerging area of Digital Engineering will accelerate Australia’s industry and societal digital transformation by delivering interdisciplinary research and innovation, educating the next generation of the digital workforce, and contributing to building a dynamic digital ecosystem. You will be expected to carry out activities to develop your scholarly research and professional standing both nationally and internationally, develop and contribute significantly to educational excellence, and make a significant contribution to collegiality, engagement and leadership in the School and Faculty. The position requires physical attendance, including face-to-face teaching. The Lecturer in Digital Engineering position contributes to the development, implementation, revision, and delivery of digital engineering courses at undergraduate and postgraduate level as well as short courses and micro-credentials in the school. The position also contributes to the implementation of effective partnerships by executing industry-focused projects, which create value for stakeholders and the University
Who You Are (skills And Experience)
- A PhD in Systems Engineering or a closely related discipline, plus relevant work experience.
- Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, educational technologies and learning design, development and delivery of courses and programs using a variety of deliver modes, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
- Experienced at engaging and inspiring students from diverse backgrounds, supporting student equity and inclusion, and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
- Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
- Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.
- Evidence of successful HDR student supervision and training, a track record of attracting high-quality HDR students, and evidence of timely completion.
- A track record of significant involvement with the profession and/or industry.
- High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
Benefits And Culture
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility
Visa sponsorship is
not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How To Apply
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before
Tuesday 27 October 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.
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Get In Touch
For role-related queries please contact:
Name – Prof Roland Goecke
position – Head of School, School of Systems & Computing
r.goecke@unsw.edu.au
For Recruitment Process-related Queries Please Contact
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Partner
h.whale@unsw.edu.au
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with
UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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