• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for one year.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Engineering is a multidisciplinary school offering education and research in a number of engineering disciplines, including biomedical, civil, environmental, mining, chemical, mechanical, electrical and electronic and automation robotics. The School of Engineering has an established and dedicated team of teaching and research academics providing undergraduate and post-graduate programmes across multiple engineering disciplines. In research, the School also spans a wide range of engineering disciplines, with groups often comprising transdisciplinary researchers who work with industry to produce outcomes with impact.

The Department of Chemical Engineering has a strong track record in Energy. It hosts the Centre for Energy and enjoys a strong link to the Future Energy Exports Cooperative Research Centre (FEnEx CRC). It is also one of the Western nodes for the ARC Centre of Excellence for Carbon Science and Innovation.  The Department also enjoys a strong track record in commercialisation, having spun off Hazer® Group Ltd., Gas Capture Technologies, Ablano® Pty. Ltd., and Jovian Tech Pty. Ltd.  Another key feature of the Department is its strong links to the Chemical Engineering Industry, with its operation and practice being strongly informed by its active and well-represented Industry Advisory Panel.

About the opportunity

• Teach Gas Processing Technologies and Process Simulation (including Aspen HYSYS/dynamic simulation), support UG/PG course design and delivery, supervise students, and develop innovative/AI-assisted teaching materials.
• Conduct high-impact research aligned with UWA strengths, publish and seek funding, build collaborations with industry and academic partners, and attract HDR students and postdocs.
• Contribute to governance, administration and school activities, represent UWA externally, and support inclusive, high-quality teaching, research and professional practice standards.

About you

• A Bachelor Degree in Chemical Engineering and a PhD in Chemical Engineering or closely related field.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to deliver innovative teaching at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level in the areas listed above.
• Demonstrated experience delivering authentic assessment opportunities in coursework units, informed by industry-sponsored research or consulting activities where possible/practical.
• A demonstrable track record (relative to opportunity) of excellence in research with impact that compliments nationally or internationally recognised research areas at UWA.
• A demonstrable emerging track record of successful competitive funding application.   
• Demonstrated evidence of successful supervision or co-supervision of HDR students, relative to opportunity.   
• Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to the school and wider University activities such as graduations, open days, school meetings, strategic planning, outreach/community engagement, and program development.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Position description:  PD [Lecturer] [522588].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Einar Fridjonsson at einar.fridjonsson@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 18 February 2026

This position is only open to current UWA staff.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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