The Opportunity
Join a world-leading research and teaching environment and help shape the future of materials innovation.
The Department of Materials Science and Engineering is seeking an outstanding academic to join our team as a Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C). This exciting opportunity is suited to a researcher with expertise in thin film magnetic materials, quantum materials, or closely related disciplines who is passionate about advancing research and delivering high-quality teaching.
About the Role
The successful candidate will develop and lead an innovative research program in the areas of thin film magnetic and quantum materials while contributing to teaching across the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. Particular emphasis will be placed on developing and delivering curriculum relevant to these emerging and rapidly evolving fields.
At Senior Lecturer the appointee will be expected to make significant contributions to teaching, research, scholarship and professional activities, while leading new areas of research and teaching within the department.
At Lecturer the appointee will contribute to the teaching and research activities of the department and establish an independent research profile aligned with departmental priorities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop a research program in thin film magnetic materials, quantum materials, or related fields.
- Secure research funding, publish high-impact research, and build national and international collaborations.
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, curriculum development, and student supervision.
- Support academic leadership, engagement, and service activities appropriate to career stage.
About You
- PhD in Materials Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong research track record in thin film magnetic materials, quantum materials, or related areas.
- Demonstrated ability or potential to attract research funding and establish collaborations.
- Commitment to teaching excellence, student engagement, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a globally recognised department and contribute to the future of advanced materials and quantum technologies through research, teaching, and innovation.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something ground breaking – a place where great things happen. We make tangible contributions because our purpose is clear; to deliver positive economic, social and environmental impact in resolving the global challenges of our age.
At the core of achieving this purpose is the diversity of our staff. We welcome and value everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. When you come to work, you can be yourself, be a change-maker and develop your career in exciting ways. This is why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
Some 20,000 staff work for Monash around the world. We have 95,000 students, four Australian campuses, and campuses in Malaysia and Indonesia. We also have a major presence in India and China, and a significant centre and research foundation in Italy.
In our short history, we have skyrocketed through global university rankings and established ourselves consistently among the world's best tertiary institutions. We rank in the world’s top-50 universities in rankings including the QS World University Rankings 2026.
Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities.
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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.
To Apply
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Your application should include:
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. As proud recipients of the SAGE Athena Swan Silver accreditation, we are recognised sector leaders in gender equity, diversity and inclusion, with the organisational maturity and systems in place to support our staff to thrive. We also provide comprehensive support for parents and caregivers at all life stages.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups. As part of our commitment to improving gender diversity in our faculty, we also encourage applications from women and gender-diverse candidates.
Research shows that women and underrepresented groups are often more hesitant to apply unless they meet all the requirements. If you believe you can bring the core capabilities, values and passion to this role, we encourage you to apply diverse perspectives and experiences to make our team stronger.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at [email protected] in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries:
Professor Matthew Hill, Head of Department, Materials Science and Engineering [email protected]
Position Description:
Lecturer
Senior Lecturer
Applications Close:
Sunday 26 July 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
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