Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering Design

7 days ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand University of Canterbury, New Zealand Full time

Job Title: Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering

Department: Te Tari Pūhanga Pūrere | Department of Mechanical Engineering

Faculty: Te Kaupeka Pūhanga | Faculty of Engineering

Location: Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa | New Zealand

Job Type: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (1.0 FTE)

Job Status: Continuing (permanent) position

Benefits:

  • Generous annual leave provisions
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Relocation support
  • Widely accessible sabbatical provision
  • Generous employer contribution to superannuation (up to 6.75%)
  • University and Faculty scholarship support for graduate students
  • A unique bequest funded endowment (Erskine fund) that supports an extensive visiting Fellowship programme
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Supportive working environment
  • Professional development and study opportunities
  • Living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to join our dynamic and growing Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Canterbury. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate mechanical engineering design, supervision of undergraduate engineering final year projects, research and supervision of postgraduate students, and some departmental administrative responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Teaching undergraduate mechanical engineering design, including design of machine elements, static structural mechanics, and fatigue design
  • Supervision of undergraduate engineering final year projects
  • Research and supervision of postgraduate students
  • Some departmental administrative responsibilities

Requirements:

  • PhD degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
  • Experience in tertiary teaching, industry experience in design, or skills in manufacturing engineering, production engineering, or industrial engineering
  • Research ability in engineering design and/or industrial/manufacturing engineering
  • Membership in a professional engineering organisation such as Engineering NZ with status as a Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng) or equivalent

About the Department:

The Department of Mechanical Engineering is committed to providing an excellent working environment and is dedicated to producing graduates and support staff who are engaged with their communities, empowered to act for good, and determined to make a difference in the world.

How to Apply:

Please submit your application online through our careers website, including a cover letter and resume or CV. We do not accept applications by email.



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