About the Role
Flinders University is seeking an internationally recognised researcher in Mechanical Engineering with expertise in Advanced Manufacturing to lead a high‐impact research program aligned with the University's strategic priorities and the Flinders Factory of the Future. The role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of advanced manufacturing research within a collaborative and research‐intensive environment, contributing to innovative solutions in industrial robotics and automation, design for manufacture, digital and smart manufacturing, sustainable and circular manufacturing, and production systems engineering.
Appointment Details
Position: Associate Professor / Professorial Research Fellow (Mechanical Engineering – Advanced Manufacturing). Academic Level: D or E. Employment Type: Full‐time, continuing. Duration: Initial 5‐year research‐only appointment followed by teaching and research. Salary: AU$169,706 – $186,706 plus 17% superannuation (LevelD) or AU$217,876 plus 17% superannuation (LevelE).
Location
Tonsley, Kaurna Country, Australia
Responsibilities
* Lead an innovative and internationally competitive research program in mechanical engineering and advanced manufacturing.
* Undertake high‐impact research in areas such as industrial robotics and automation, design for manufacture, digital and smart manufacturing, sustainability, and circular manufacturing.
* Secure competitive grant funding and generate external research and contract income.
* Supervise and mentor Higher Degree by Research students and early‐ and mid‐career researchers.
* Contribute to research translation, commercialisation, and industry engagement.
Qualifications
* PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Advanced Manufacturing, or a related field.
* Established international research profile with strong publications and competitive grant success.
* Expertise in advanced manufacturing (e.g., industrial robotics, collaborative robotics, integrated production and automation systems, design for manufacture, sustainability, and circular manufacturing).
* Experience leading research programs, teams, and complex projects.
* Proven HDR supervision, mentoring, and collaboration record.
* Knowledge of research translation, commercialisation, and industry engagement.
* Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Eligibility & Conditions
* Open to domestic and international candidates; relocation and visa support available.
* A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check satisfactory to the University will be required before commencement.
EEO and Diversity Statement
Flinders University embraces and celebrates diversity and is committed to achieving gender equality, supporting an inclusive culture. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
Application Deadline
Applications should be submitted before 10:00pm (ACST) on Wednesday, 8July2026.
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