LSE008 - Assistant Lecturer in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
Laucala Campus
Position Number: LSE008 - Assistant Lecturer in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering
The Opportunity
The School of Information Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Physics (STEMP) is one of the largest schools in the University of the South Pacific and is sufficiently resourced to pursue excellence in teaching and research. The School offers 3 Undergraduate programmes, namely, in Computing Science, Information Systems and Mathematics and 2 Professional programmes in ICT (Bachelor of Networks and Security; and Bachelor of Software Engineering) accredited by the Australian Computer Society. The School also offers Postgraduate programmes in Information Technology (namely, Computing Science and Information Systems), Cybersecurity and Mathematics. The School is now searching for a faculty staff who can join the existing, dynamic team and take the School forward.
General Standard
An Assistant Lecturer is expected to make contributions to the teaching effort of the University, particularly at undergraduate level and to carry out activities to develop their scholarly, research and/or professional expertise relevant to the profession or discipline. An Assistant Lecturer is expected to demonstrate excellent communication skills, and the ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
Specific Duties
Specific duties required of an Assistant Lecturer may include:
- the conduct of tutorials, labs/practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions, and/or studio sessions,
- involvement under guidance of a senior academic, in professional activities like development and production of subject material with appropriate guidance from the subject or course coordinator; preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars; marking and assessment primarily connected with subjects taught; academic counselling and consultation with students; conduct of individual and/or collaborative research; and developing a respectable publications record,
- coordinating a subject or course when skills and experience demonstrate this capacity,
- administrative functions primarily connected with subjects or courses taught, and
- attendance at School/Institute meetings, and/or membership of committees.
An Assistant Lecturer will work with support and direction from senior academic staff with an increasing degree of autonomy as the academic gains in skill and experience.
The Person we Seek
An Assistant Lecturer is expected to have:
- a postgraduate degree (Masters/PhD) in Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering or cognate discipline;
- an excellent communication skills;
- experience in distance and flexible learning; and
- demonstrated excellence in teaching in a multicultural environment.
- Meet Quality of Research at equivalent level.
Enquiries and further information: Email: myhr@usp.ac.fj T: 3231000
The position is available for a term of five (5) years and may be renewed by mutual agreement, subject to successful performance outcomes.
Salary Range
FJ $71,212.25 to FJ $85,454.69 per annum
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is: 30 August 2026
How to Apply
Click the Apply button to apply for this position online.
The advertisement criteria is available on our University website (www.usp.ac.fj) under Employment Opportunities.
Please include the following documents in your application: Academic Credentials/Transcripts, Cover letter clearly addressing key Selection Criteria and Resume with names of three referees, one of which must be your current or most recent direct work supervisor. Referees will only be contacted if you are selected.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The University of the South Pacific is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and equitable environment that protects the rights of children; nurture, promote and facilitate mutual respect, constructive empowerment and progress amongst its employees, students, stakeholders including visitors, without being hampered by any form of sexual harassment, sexual abuse or sexual exploitation. We reserve the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure a safe environment.
USP is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to ensure that everyone is treated with respect and given equal opportunities to work in an inclusive environment. USP encourages all qualified candidates to apply regardless of their racial, ethnic, religious and cultural background, gender, sexual orientation or disabilities.
