• Employment Type: Full-time
• Duration: Continuing
• Location: On-site at UNSW's Kensington Campus, NSW Australia
• Remuneration: Level (commensurate with experience) –
  A: $91,381 - $121,88 + 17% super + leave loading
  B: $127,947 - $150,830 +17% super + leave loading
  C: $155,403 - $178,290 + 17% super + leave loading

About UNSW:
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters:
UNSW School of Built Environment seeks an Associate Lecturer, Lecturer, or Senior Lecturer in Industrial Design to contribute to its teaching, research, and engagement activities. The appointee will support the Industrial Design specialisation within the Bachelor of Design degree, which integrates studio-based learning with theoretical, technical, and applied courses. The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration, building industry partnerships, and advancing design-led practices that promote a sustainable and equitable future. The level of appointment will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The role reports to the Discipline Director for Industrial Design and the Head of School, with no direct reports.

Responsibilities Summary:
Level A (Associate Lecturer) -

• Deliver high-quality studio and non-studio teaching in Industrial Design, including the development of course content, learning activities, assessment, and constructive feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum review and renewal under the guidance of senior colleagues, developing independence in course design and delivery
• Support student progression and success through consultation, supervision, and mentoring.
• Supervise Honours students and contribute to HDR supervision under guidance.
• Begin establishing a research profile through participation in projects, co-authored outputs, or design-led dissemination under the guidance of senior colleagues.
• Engage in professional development to build teaching, research, and leadership capacity, including completion of the UNSW Foundations of University Learning and Teaching (FULT).
• Participate in relevant Communities of Practice and other teaching-related initiatives.

Level B (Lecturer) – in addition to the above

• Lead innovations in course delivery and take a proactive role in curriculum renewal.
• Establish an independent research profile with peer-reviewed scholarly outputs and emerging national recognition.
• Pursue external funding opportunities and contribute to research partnerships.
• Build active partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and community organisations to strengthen connections between teaching, research, and practice.

Level C (Senior Lecturer) – in addition to Level A and B

• Provide academic leadership in curriculum and program development, ensuring coherence and quality assurance across the Industrial Design discipline.
• Lead a sustained program of research with national or emerging international recognition.
• Secure external funding and produce high-impact scholarly outputs.
• Lead strategic engagement with industry, government, and community partners to extend the societal and professional impact of Industrial Design.

For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at JOBS@UNSW.

Skills and Experience Summary:
Level A (Associate Lecturer) -

• A Master’s degree in Industrial Design or a closely related discipline, with a PhD or significant professional experience considered advantageous.
• Evidence of contributions to teaching and curriculum development in Industrial Design at the tertiary level, including effective teaching practice in both studio and non-studio contexts.
• Emerging engagement in research or scholarly activity, with early contributions to publications, exhibitions, or design-led outputs.
• Experience in supervising Honours research projects and capacity to contribute to HDR supervision.
• Track record of engagement with the Industrial Design profession and industry, with practical experience and evidence of staying current with developments in the field.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in teaching and research.
• High-level interpersonal and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team across education, research, and service.

Level B (Lecturer) in addition to the above –

• A PhD in Industrial Design or a closely related discipline, with equivalent professional experience and outstanding industry recognition considered in exceptional cases.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in course convening, coordination, and curriculum innovation.
• An emerging independent research profile with peer-reviewed outputs and early activity in external funding or industry-linked projects.
• Evidence of building partnerships with industry, professional bodies, or community organisations.

Level C (Senior Lecturer) in addition to Level A and B -

• Proven track record in curriculum leadership, course coordination, and sustained innovation in teaching and learning, with evidence of impact at program or discipline level.
• Established research profile with high-quality scholarly outputs, success in securing external funding, and national or emerging international recognition.
• Record of successful HDR supervision to timely completion.
• Evidence of sustained engagement with industry, professional bodies, or community partners, with national or international recognition.

Benefits and Culture: People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include:

• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How to Apply
Please submit the following documents as part of your application:

1. A current CV
2. A document addressing your suitability for the role, based on the selection criteria listed in the Skills & Experience section of the Position Description (no more than 10 pages in total, including your CV)
3. A portfolio showcasing your best industrial design projects

When addressing the selection criteria:

• Respond to all key criteria relevant to the level you are applying for.
• If you are applying for Level B or C, please also address the criteria for the lower levels.
• To keep your document concise, you may group related criteria together in your response.

Applications close: 9:00am, 24 November, 2025.

A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Get in Touch: For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Consultant, UNSW: [email protected]

Applications sent via email will not be accepted, please apply via the application portal.

Job Location: LinkedIn displays the location of UNSW's jobs according to your profile preferences, however, this position must be based at UNSW's Kensington campus in NSW, Australia and requires regular on-site attendance.

UNSW is open to receiving applications from international candidates that are willing and able to relocate to NSW, Australia if successful.

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.