Senior Lecturer

Job Reference: 1424346

About your new Team – Western Australian (WA) School of Mines:
Consolidating engineering, economics, and science capabilities to form the WA School of Mines (WASM), the School attracts strong industry partnerships and investment in high-tech facilities, operating from campuses in Perth and the historic mining town of Kalgoorlie located in the Goldfield region of Western Australia.

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. Our work has driven the emergence of new industry sectors, unlocked greater value from raw materials, and enhanced the industry’s social and environmental performance, supporting it to navigate both enduring challenges and emerging opportunities.

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. The skills of the group are in high demand across multiple high-profile research fronts, and the current academic staff members frequently asked by external partners to lead strategic research initiatives at various CRCs and national/international organisations.

MEE is entering a period of significant strategic growth. With strong demand for expertise across major national and international research initiatives, and a highly regarded postgraduate program continually sought after by industry professionals, we are expanding our academic capability to ensure 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 (where priority of placement is given to Curtin staff and students)
• Flexible work arrangements including return to work provisions
• Academic Carer Support Scheme and other diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives detailed via the below link.
• Work from either our vibrant Bentley campus which features a bus station, accessible parking, childcare, medical centre and gym, or from our Perth City campus.
• Explore our art gallery, walk to the campus supermarket or choose from a variety of eateries and food options on your lunch break!
• Enjoy an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/  

About the Role:
We are seeking a passionate and high-performing Senior Lecturer to make significant contributions to teaching and research and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of energy and resources education at Curtin.

This newly created role is integral to driving MEE’s contribution to Curtin’s strategic objectives in the global energy and resources transition, and both developing and enhancing scholarly teaching practices and a programme of leading edge research, that will further elevate the standing of MEE; the Energy Engineering Discipline; WASM; the Faculty of Science and Engineering; and Curtin University in the international research arena.

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 noted below, to be successful in the role, our ideal candidate will have:

• A PhD in a field that is relevant to the needs of the Minerals and Energy sectors in WA
• Demonstrated experience with the application of evaluation methodologies
• Relevant industry experience
• Experience with the development and delivery of Minerals and/or Energy Economics materials for professional graduate-level students in both traditional face-to-face and online modes of delivery.

Your responsibilities will include:
Teaching

• Deliver high quality and innovative teaching to postgraduate and undergraduate students across a range of modes principally in the areas of minerals and/or energy economics.
• Demonstrate a commitment to, and promote in others, ongoing reflective improvement in teaching.
• Conduct tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations and/or workshops as appropriate, which stimulate and foster student learning.
• Develop pedagogically innovative curriculum at school level(s).
• Keep abreast of current discipline theory and practice.
• Undertake a broad range of administrative functions connected with unit coordination.

Research

• Assist with the management of risk, evaluation and planning programmes, as required by industry demands from time to time, and support the development of projects that facilitate the integration of research outcomes across the programmes.
• Develop a nationally and internationally competitive high-quality research programme in the areas of economics and/or finance that is relevant to the needs of the minerals and/or energy sectors in Australia.
• Actively participate in collaborative research activities within the Discipline and School, building international and domestic research links.
• Actively seek competitive research grants and/or fellowships.
• Disseminate research findings through seminars, workshops and conferences.
• Publish in high quality refereed journals/outlets in a manner consistent with disciplinary practice.
• Undertake co-supervision of research doctoral students.
• Work towards international recognition for research in the discipline/field.

Service and Leadership:

• Contribute to academic service, collegiality and engagement, including efficient management and development of the MSc in Minerals and Energy Economics, and contribute to relevant undergraduate courses supported by the incumbent’s knowledge in the engineering and associated economics sectors.
• Significantly contribute to external activities relevant to the discipline/profession and community engagement.
• Provide leadership in relation to school/faculty–wide initiatives e.g. a collaborative network across the WA School of Mine.
• Foster the development of a collegial and supportive working environment.
• Model a high standard of professional behaviour consistent with the University Code of Conduct and Vision, Mission and Values.

Role Requirements:

• As this is a fixed term position, you will require work rights in Australia that match the tenure of the role. We will also consider international candidates who are eligible for a relevant visa.
• Periodic travel between Curtin’s Perth and Kalgoorlie campuses will be required for teaching, research, and administrative purposes.
• Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction.

Who we are looking for – Selection Criteria:

Essential:

1. A doctoral qualification in minerals and/or energy economics, or a relevant discipline.
2. Demonstrated experience in the development and application of different evaluation methodologies.
3. Demonstrated teaching skills at the professional post-graduate level.
4. Experience in curriculum development and unit/course coordination.
5. Demonstrated experience in development and delivery of fully online units.
6. Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues.
7. Demonstrated high-level communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to foster the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
8. Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.

Desirable/beneficial:

1. Knowledge and experience in other discipline areas within WASM (Mining/Metallurgical/Chemical Engineering).
2. Experience in the development and delivery of content to industry professionals using non-traditional teaching modes (e.g. Intensive, Blended, Short-form learning, etc.).
3. A demonstrated capacity for research in minerals and/or energy economics and policy areas.
4. An established record of research outputs/creative works in high quality refereed academic journals/outlets consistent with the discipline.

Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace:  
At Curtin University, we are passionate about fostering an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment in which all people feel respected, valued and safe. Curtin is dedicated to promoting gender equity and inclusivity in all areas. We are proud of our achievements to date and recognise that there is more to do to improve employment outcomes for women and people of diverse gender identities, particularly in STEMM disciplines. 
 
As an Athena SWAN accredited institution, we celebrate diversity and actively work to advance the representation of women and gender-diverse people in STEMM areas and empower individuals so they can thrive in their careers through a range of supportive initiatives, including leadership training, mentorship for early career progression and promotion, networking opportunities, and other professional development resources. 
 
As reflected in the Athena Swan Charter, gender equality is a broader issue that extends beyond barriers affecting women alone, and we are committed to addressing these challenges holistically.   
We believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation and drive excellence, and we encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of diverse gender, sex and sexuality, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to join us in shaping the future of STEMM together and making tomorrow better.   
 
To find out more about our comprehensive diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives, please visit https://www.curtin.edu.au/about/values-vision-strategy/diversity-equity/gender-equity-and-inclusion/   
  
About Curtin University  
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. Our Bentley Campus boasts an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/   

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/ 

Join Us!  
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:  

• Up-to-date Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  
• A document addressing the selection criteria for the role (noted above)  

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on [email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.  

Applications close: 8.30pm (AWST), Thursday, 19 March, 2026

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted. 

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.  

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.