• School of Chemical Engineering, Faculty of EAIT
• 2 x full-time (100%) positions - Permanent and Fixed-term (up to 5 years) opportunities available
• Academic Level B or C (Teaching & Research)
• Base salary will be in the range $114,824.05 - $161,518.33 + 17% superannuation
• Visa sponsorship may be available
• Based at our St Lucia Campus - Brisbane, Australia

About This Opportunity

We are seeking two outstanding academics for full-time positions as Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C). This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to world-class research and teaching in the School's areas of strength related to bioengineering, bioprocess engineering, biotechnology, and biomedical engineering.

You will demonstrate excellence in teaching, research, service and engagement. In this position you will engage in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and curriculum development. You will have a developed research program and conduct high- quality research, along with supervising Higher Degree by Research (PhD and MPhil), postgraduate coursework, and Honours students. You will also perform administrative, outreach and other citizenship and service activities.

These are teaching & research positions (at Level B or C depending on candidate suitability). Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information and reviewing the full position responsibilities and requirements, please click here to view the information booklet.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

Applicants should hold a combination of undergraduate and postgraduate (PhD) qualifications in disciplines related to chemical engineering, bioengineering, bioprocess engineering, biomedical engineering, or biotechnology.

For appointment at Level B, applicants should demonstrate a growing profile in teaching and research in fields relevant to bioengineering and/or bioprocess engineering and/or biotechnology and/or biomedical engineering including a developing national reputation evidenced by publications in refereed journals, along with a track record of securing and managing external research funding. Candidates must also show high-quality teaching experience at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels alongside experience in course coordination and curriculum development. A growing record of supervising honours and Research Higher Degree students to completion is essential, as is experience in meaningful internal service roles and external contributions. Strong communication, interpersonal, and consultative skills are required for collaborative work.

For appointment at Level C, applicants should demonstrate an established profile in teaching and research in fields relevant to bioengineering and/or bioprocess engineering and/or biotechnology and/or biomedical engineering including national recognition in their research area, a developing international profile and a consistent record of publications in refereed journals and conference presentations. Applicants must also show a strong track record of successfully securing and managing external research funding, alongside established teaching excellence at undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate levels. Additionally, a strong track record of course coordination, curriculum development is required, as is an established record of supervising Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion. Finally, candidates should have a record of meaningful internal service roles as well as strong contributions to external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, mandatory immunisations, etc.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia's Sunshine State here.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Justin Cooper-White via [email protected].

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume
• Cover letter (including academic level preference)
• Responses to the 'About You' section as detailed in the information booklet.

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact [email protected].

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who do not meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close on Wednesday, 20 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-53419).

Applicants invited for an interview will be asked to present a seminar in conjunction with the selection process. Seminars and interviews will be held around September 2025.