Senior Lecturer in Electrical Engineering

RMIT University

Position Overview

Role: Lecturer (Level B) / Senior Lecturer (Level C), Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Type: Full-time, Continuing
Salary:

  • Level B: $115,303 – $136,925 p.a.

  • Level C: $141,247 – $162,872 p.a.

  • 17% Superannuation
    Location: Melbourne CBD Campus (with possible work at other campuses or offshore via FIFO)
    Closing Date: 1 December 2025, 11:59 pm

About the Role

RMIT University’s School of Engineering invites applications for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, contributing to world-leading teaching, research, and industry engagement that supports global transitions in electrification, automation, and digital transformation.

The position offers opportunities to teach and conduct research in areas such as:

  • Power grids, microgrids, and energy storage systems

  • Power electronics

  • High-voltage systems

  • Electrical machines and drives

  • Electrification technologies

You will deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, contribute to curriculum innovation, conduct impactful research, supervise HDR students, and collaborate with industry to deliver practical and future-oriented education.

Key Responsibilities

At Lecturer Level (B):

  • Design and deliver engaging, student-focused teaching.

  • Conduct and publish independent and collaborative research.

  • Supervise HDR candidates and contribute to program coordination.

  • Engage with industry and professional partners to enhance applied research and learning relevance.

At Senior Lecturer Level (C):

  • Provide academic leadership in teaching and curriculum development.

  • Lead high-impact, externally funded research projects.

  • Mentor junior academics and HDR students.

  • Strengthen RMIT’s national and international partnerships.

About You

  • PhD (or equivalent) in a relevant field.

  • Demonstrated research record (Level B) or national recognition (Level C).

  • Proven teaching excellence and ability to integrate industry-relevant innovations.

  • Strong communication and collaboration skills.

  • Commitment to inclusive, supportive academic culture.

  • (Level C) Evidence of research leadership and multidisciplinary collaboration.

About the School of Engineering

RMIT’s Department of Electrical & Electronic Engineering is among Australia’s largest and most research-active, with over $10 million in annual research income and global impact through major initiatives such as:

  • ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs (COMBS)

  • Industrial Transformation Training Centre (ITTC) in Electrifying Australia

  • D2D (Discovery to Device) Facility and COMAS Centre

The department’s programs span power systems, control, electronics, communications, and embedded systems, supported by state-of-the-art facilities and strong industry partnerships across defence, energy, and manufacturing sectors.

Learn more: https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/stem-college

Application Process

Submit via the RMIT Careers portal:

  • CV

  • Cover letter specifying level applied for (B or C)

  • Document addressing Key Selection Criteria

Contacts:

Commitment to Diversity

RMIT is a child-safe, equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. Applications are strongly encouraged from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and those living with disability.
Adjustments can be arranged via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au.

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