Position
Associate Lecturer / Lecturer / Senior Lecturer – Industrial Design
Location
UNSW Kensington Campus, NSW, Australia
Employment Type
Full‑time, Continuing
About UNSW
UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. It is a large, diverse community that is driven to be thoughtful, practical and purposeful. Working here gives you the chance to thrive, be challenged and contribute to meaningful work.
Why Your Role Matters
The School of Built Environment seeks an associate, lecturer or senior lecturer in Industrial Design to support teaching, research and engagement. The role enhances the Industrial Design specialisation of the Bachelor of Design and fosters interdisciplinary collaboration, industry partnership and sustainable design practices.
Responsibilities Summary
Level A (Associate Lecturer)
* Deliver high‑quality studio and non‑studio teaching, developing curriculum, assessment and feedback.
* Contribute to curriculum review and renewal, developing independence in course design.
* Support student progression via consultation, supervision and mentoring.
* Supervise honours students and assist in HDR supervision.
* Begin establishing a research profile through project participation or design‑led dissemination.
* Engage in professional development, including UNSW Foundations of University Learning and Teaching (FULT).
* Participate in relevant Communities of Practice and teaching‑related initiatives.
Level B (Lecturer)
* Lead innovations in course delivery and actively renew curriculum.
* Establish an independent research profile with peer‑reviewed output and national recognition.
* Pursue external funding and contribute to research partnerships.
* Build partnerships with industry, professional bodies and community organisations.
Level C (Senior Lecturer)
* Provide academic leadership in curriculum and program development, ensuring quality across the discipline.
* Lead a sustained research program with national or emerging international recognition.
* Secure external funding and produce high‑impact scholarly outputs.
* Lead strategic engagement with industry, government and community partners.
Skills And Experience Summary
Level A (Associate Lecturer)
* A Master’s in Industrial Design or related field; PhD or significant professional experience is advantageous.
* Evidence of teaching and curriculum development in tertiary industrial design.
* Emerging research or scholarly activity with early publications or design‑led outputs.
* Experience supervising honours research projects.
* Engagement with the industrial design profession and industry.
* Commitment to ongoing professional development in teaching and research.
* High‑level interpersonal and collaboration skills.
Level B (Lecturer)
* A PhD in Industrial Design or related discipline; exceptional 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 external funding.
* Evidence of building partnerships with industry and professional bodies.
Level C (Senior Lecturer)
* Proven track record in curriculum leadership and sustained innovation in teaching and learning.
* Established research profile with high‑quality scholarly outputs and national or international recognition.
* Record of successful HDR supervision to timely completion.
* Sustained engagement with industry, professional bodies or community partners with national or international recognition.
Benefits and Culture
* Career development opportunities.
* 17% superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
* Additional 3 days of leave over the Christmas period.
* Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).
How to Apply
* A current CV.
* A suitability statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 10 pages total, including CV).
* A portfolio showcasing industrial design projects.
When Addressing the Selection Criteria
* Respond to all key criteria relevant to the level you are applying for.
* If applying for Level B or C, also address criteria for lower levels.
* Group related criteria together to keep the document concise.
Applications close: 9:00 AM, 24 November 2025.
UNSW is open to receiving applications from international candidates willing to relocate to NSW, Australia.
UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people with 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.
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