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• Lead innovative teaching and research in Civil Engineering, embedding climate adaptation, resilience, and low-carbon design into curriculum and practice.
• Drive internationally recognised research, secure funding, and supervise the next generation of experts in Climate Safe engineering.
• Deliver exceptional teaching and strategic partnerships that create measurable, real-world impact across industry, academia, and communities.

About the Opportunity

The School of Engineering is seeking an academic in Civil Engineering to lead the development of a distinctive teaching and research culture focused on climate adaptation and mitigation.

The position is responsible for embedding climate-safe approaches such as risk-informed infrastructure design, bushfire and flood resilience, and the use of low-carbon construction materials and methods into curriculum and applied research.

Combining technical excellence with strong social awareness, this role delivers impactful, Climate Safe engineering outcomes at scale. You’ll lead and produce high-quality, internationally recognised research, secure competitive external funding, and publish in leading outlets whilst consistently meeting and exceeding Level D research expectations. You’ll also successfully supervise higher degree research students through to completion, building the next generation of experts.

Equally, you’ll deliver exceptional teaching across undergraduate; and where relevant, postgraduate programs, setting a benchmark for quality and driving innovation in learning and teaching within the discipline. Beyond the classroom, you’ll provide strategic leadership for building and sustaining strong partnerships across the University and with local, national, and international stakeholders spanning academia, industry, and the broader community. You’ll lead initiatives in both teaching and research that create meaningful, measurable Climate Safe outcomes.

About the University

The University of Tasmania is a mission-driven institution dedicated to making a difference for Lutruwita/Tasmania and a distinctive contribution from Tasmania to the world. As the sole university on the island, the University is deeply embedded in the social, economic, and environmental fabric of Tasmania, working in close partnership with communities, industry, and government to address key challenges in education, health, productivity, and climate action. The University takes pride in its place-based identity, leveraging Tasmania’s unique geography, culture, and resources to offer world-leading research and education.

What’s Required (Role Specific Skills, Knowledge and Experience)

We are seeking a highly accomplished academic with an internationally recognised research profile and a strong track record of innovation and sustained contribution in Structural Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or Water Resources Engineering. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in research through high-quality publications, competitive funding success, and supervision of research higher degree students to completion. They will bring extensive university-level teaching experience, proven academic leadership, and a strong ability to build collaborative, high-performing teams and partnerships across academia, industry, and the wider community. Experience in industry, along with an understanding of the commercial and financial dimensions of engineering and the application of research in practice, will be highly valued.

Salary details
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level D, with a base salary in the range of $166,014 to $180,018 per annum. The total remuneration package, including up to 17% superannuation, will be up to $210,621 per annum.

What’s on Offer?

As we look toward 2050, we remain committed to fostering excellence, collaboration, and transformative education, preparing graduates to navigate the challenges of a rapidly changing world. While remaining true to our Tasmanian roots, this career defining role will see you significantly contribute to our dedication to making a difference for Tasmania and to the world. In return for your experience, you’ll have access an array of staff benefits and discounts including:

• 26 Weeks paid parental leave for primary care givers
• 17% Superannuation contribution
• Health and fitness membership options
• Accommodation and Car Hire discounts
• Health Insurance and Banking
• Novated Leasing
• Generous relocation support to Tasmania

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide your up-to-date resume and:

• A 1-2 page cover letter outlining your motivation for the role and the University of Tasmania
• Address the selection criteria by outlining how your skills and experience align with the role specific skills, knowledge and experience in the Position Description

• Applications close 11:55pm Tuesday 14th July 2026
• For further information about this position, please contact: TalentTeam@utas.edu.au

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police background checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.