Overview
About your new Team – Western Australian (WA) School of Mines.
For over 120 years, our School has been at the forefront of global resources education and research, developing industry leaders and pioneering knowledge and technology. The Minerals and Energy Economics (MEE) group within the discipline of Energy Engineering has an international reputation for excellence in minerals and energy economics education and research. MEE is expanding to meet strong national and international demand and to support long-term excellence and stability.
To find out more about the school, please visit https://www.curtin.edu.au/about/learning-teaching/science-engineering/wa-school-of-mines/.
What We Offer You
* Generous entitlements, including additional leave and 17% superannuation
* Competitive benefits including a variety of salary packaging options and access to health and wellbeing services
* Paid Parental leave (26 weeks for the primary caregiver and 3 weeks for non-primary), subject to eligibility criteria outlined in the EBA; personal leave (14 days) and annual leave (20 days)
* 12 Public Holidays each year (including Easter Tuesday), and 2 extra University Days over the Christmas/New Year Period
* Breastfeeding facilities and campus-based childcare (priority of placement for Curtin staff and students)
* Flexible work arrangements including return to work provisions
* Academic Carer Support Scheme and other diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives
* Work from either Bentley campus or Perth City campus
* Browse the art gallery, campus amenities, eateries and discounts
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and high-performing Senior Lecturer to contribute to teaching and research and shape the future of energy and resources education at Curtin. This fixed-term role will drive MEE's contribution to Curtin's strategic objectives, develop scholarly teaching practices and a leading-edge research program, and enhance the standing of MEE; the Energy Engineering Discipline; WASM; the Faculty of Science and Engineering; and Curtin University internationally.
You will lead industry engagement, including the management and development of research activities that support risk, evaluation and planning programmes.
In addition to the Essential Criteria, the ideal candidate will have:
* A PhD in a field relevant to the needs of the Minerals and Energy sectors in WA
* Demonstrated experience with evaluation methodologies
* Relevant industry experience
* Experience with development and delivery of Minerals and/or Energy Economics material for professional graduate students in both face-to-face and online modes
Your responsibilities
* Teaching: deliver high quality and innovative teaching to postgraduate and undergraduate students across modes, principally in minerals and/or energy economics; promote reflective improvement in teaching; conduct tutorials and workshops; develop pedagogy; stay current with discipline theory and practice; undertake unit coordination
* Research: manage risk, evaluation and planning programmes; develop a high-quality, internationally competitive research program in economics and/or finance relevant to minerals/energy sectors; build international and domestic research links; seek competitive grants; disseminate findings; publish in refereed journals; supervise doctoral students; work toward international recognition
* Service and Leadership: contribute to MSc in Minerals and Energy Economics, external engagement, leadership in school/faculty initiatives, foster a collegial environment, uphold professional conduct
Role Requirements
* Fixed-term position; work rights in Australia for tenure length; international candidates eligible for a relevant visa
* Periodic travel between Curtin's Perth and Kalgoorlie campuses
* Successful applicants subject to National Police Clearance and background checks
Selection Criteria
Essential:
* Doctoral qualification in minerals and/or energy economics or relevant discipline
* Experience in development and application of evaluation methodologies
* Teaching skills at the professional post-graduate level
* Experience in curriculum development and unit/course coordination
* Experience in online unit development and delivery
* Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively, with cross-cultural sensitivity
* Commitment to applying relevant policies, procedures and legislation in daily performance
Desirable/beneficial:
* Knowledge/experience in other WASM disciplines
* Experience in delivering content to industry professionals via non-traditional teaching modes
* Evidence of research in minerals/energy economics and policy
* Established record of high-quality research outputs
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
Curtin University is committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment. We promote gender equity and inclusivity in all areas and support leadership development, mentoring, networking and professional development opportunities. We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. For more on our diversity initiatives, visit https://www.curtin.edu.au/about/values-vision-strategy/diversity-equity/gender-equity-and-inclusion/.
About Curtin University: Curtin is among the top global universities; our Bentley Campus hosts an energetic team working toward global solutions. For more, visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/.
Join Us
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW and attach the following documents:
* Up-to-date Resume
* Cover Letter outlining interest and experience
* A document addressing the selection criteria
Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST), Thursday, 19 March, 2026. Late applications will not be considered. We are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
Curtin reserves the right to withdraw from the recruitment process at any time and to appoint by invitation. Do not provide bank or credit card details during applications. If you see something suspicious, report it.
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