• School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

• Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years, commencing in 2026

• Base salary will be in the range $140,293.64 - $161,518.33 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level C)

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity 

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Lecturer to not only build on their established record of achievement in teaching, research, and engagement, but also to shape the future of medical technology through impactful contributions to a globally significant field.

The global healthcare industry is increasingly focusing on developing portable, low-cost, and accessible medical technologies to ensure high-quality healthcare for all, regardless of location or economic status. Portable medical devices are revolutionizing healthcare by providing cost-effective solutions that can be used in various settings, significantly improving patient outcomes and reducing healthcare costs. Medical Microwave Imaging is particularly promising due to its non-ionizing nature, low cost, and ability to provide real-time images, making it effective for early disease detection and monitoring in diverse environments. To maintain UQ’s global leadership and ensure continuity in this rapidly advancing field, we are seeking a Senior Lecturer (Level C) to play a central role in Medical Microwave Imaging and strengthen research and teaching within The University of Queensland (UQ) School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS).  

Within EECS, you’ll find thriving teams driving innovation in Biomedical Imaging Technologies and Engineering; Optics and Photonics; Electromagnetics; Signals Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, Human-Centred Computing, Power and Control Engineering, and Data Science. The School fosters a dynamic and inspiring environment for academics, leading advancements at the cutting edge of technology.

Key responsibilities will include: 

Teaching: Develop and deliver courses, engage in curriculum design, coordinate courses, assess students, provide academic counselling, and adhere to university teaching rules.

Research:

• Lead independent or collaborative research to achieve national recognition and impact in medical microwave imaging.

• Collaborate with colleagues, students, and industry on joint research and funding applications.

• Act as chief investigator in securing and managing external research funding.

• Maintain a strong publication record in high-quality international journals and conferences.

• Prepare progress reports and participate in regular project meetings.

• Initiate and coordinate strategic, externally funded collaborations across UQ, nationally, and internationally.

• Support knowledge transfer and commercialisation of UQ intellectual property.

• Conduct impactful research that influences policy, practice, or commercialisation, gaining national and international recognition in medical microwave imaging.

Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise students, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training and resolve conflicts.

Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

• Completion of a PhD in Electrical Engineering.

• An established profile in teaching and research in Medical Microwave Imaging.

• National recognition in medical microwave imaging using AI and applied electromagnetic techniques with an internationally developing profile and an established record of publications in reputed refereed journals and conferences.

• A strong record of successfully seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding.

• Evidence of a high level of quality teaching at undergraduate, honours and postgraduate level across a variety of settings, including small and large groups.

• A strong track record of course coordination and participation in the development and continuous innovation of new programs, curriculum design and course material in the discipline area.

• A solid record of supervision of Honours and Research Higher Degree students to successful completion.

• A growing record of meaningful internal service roles in conjunction with a strong contribution to external activities.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check. 

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Amin Abbosh a.abbosh@uq.edu.au.

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
 

Want to Apply? 

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 20 August at 11.00pm AEST (R-54660). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for last week of August/early September.