Professor of Structural Engineering (RMIT University)

Full-time, Continuing Position Academic Level E ($219,084 p.a. + 17% Superannuation) Flexible Working Arrangements Available Location: Melbourne CBD Campus (may be required to work at other campuses) Shape the Future of Sustainable Structural Design RMIT University invites an accomplished and visionary scholar to join the Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering as Professor, Structural Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to lead research and teaching in innovative structural systems, modular and prefabricated design, high-performance, low-carbon materials, driving the next generation of resilient, sustainable infrastructure. Key Responsibilities As a leading figure in your field, you will: Lead multidisciplinary research programs and high-performing teams delivering transformative outcomes in structural design and systems innovation. Build and strengthen global research collaborations and strategic partnerships across academia, government, and industry. Inspire and mentor staff and students while embedding best-practice teaching strategies that enhance student learning and graduate outcomes. Contribute to School and College-level strategic planning and play a key role in shaping the future direction of engineering education and research at RMIT. Key Selection Criteria To be successful in this position, you will meet the following criteria: Demonstrated ability to manage award program/s and lead program reviews. Demonstrated distinction at the national level and an internationally recognised research track record in structural design, innovative prefabricated/modular structural systems, and high-performance and low-carbon materials. Proven ability to sustain and grow Research Groups and Centres through the attraction of external funding, leveraging external networks. Extensive experience in attracting and supervising higher degree by research candidates to maximise research performance. Demonstrated ability to lead improvement of academic standards, including implementing best practice teaching strategies and dissemination of innovative practices in structural design of Engineering infrastructure. Evidence of demonstrated strategic leadership in a large organisational unit or University-wide initiative and effective membership of a management team that developed and achieved shared goals and objectives. Demonstrated experience in financial, governance, and quality management systems within a University. Demonstration of RMIT values and behavioural expectations. High level of interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes, and targets within a collaborative environment. Qualifications Mandatory: PhD in relevant field. Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the STEM College The STEM College holds a leading position in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We influence and partner with industry, support collaboration across all areas of STEM, and provide a dynamic environment for 1,000+ staff and approximately 25,000 students. Our vibrant research community attracts funding from government and industry sources, supporting high-impact research that transforms industries and shapes communities. Higher education programs span all STEM disciplines at Bachelor, Master, and PhD levels, ensuring students gain work-aligned experiences. The School of Engineering One of Australia’s largest Engineering Schools, the School has over 350 staff and 7000 students, including 800 HDR (Higher Degree by Research) candidates. Departments: Aerospace Engineering Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Environmental Engineering Civil and Infrastructure Engineering Electrical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical, Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering The School is actively developing new industry-led degrees, innovation hubs, and partnerships to enhance learning and research outcomes. How to Apply Click the ‘Apply’ link and upload the following: Your CV A cover letter A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria Contact: For position details: Associate Professor Dilan Robert — dilan.robert@rmit.edu.au For recruitment queries: Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor — jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au Applications close: 16 December 2025, 11.59 pm Additional Information Interviews scheduled after the University reopens in January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in mid to late January 2026. RMIT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all sectors of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. Support is available for applicants with disability — contact talentsupport@rmit.edu.au RMIT is a Circle Back Initiative Employer — we commit to respond to every applicant. If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Academicoxy

Full-time, Continuing Position
Academic Level E ($219,084 p.a. + 17% Superannuation)
Flexible Working Arrangements Available
Location: Melbourne CBD Campus (may be required to work at other campuses)

Shape the Future of Sustainable Structural Design

RMIT University invites an accomplished and visionary scholar to join the Department of Civil and Infrastructure Engineering as Professor, Structural Engineering. This role offers the opportunity to lead research and teaching in innovative structural systems, modular and prefabricated design, high-performance, low-carbon materials, driving the next generation of resilient, sustainable infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

As a leading figure in your field, you will:

Lead multidisciplinary research programs and high-performing teams delivering transformative outcomes in structural design and systems innovation.
Build and strengthen global research collaborations and strategic partnerships across academia, government, and industry.
Inspire and mentor staff and students while embedding best-practice teaching strategies that enhance student learning and graduate outcomes.
Contribute to School and College-level strategic planning and play a key role in shaping the future direction of engineering education and research at RMIT.

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in this position, you will meet the following criteria:

Demonstrated ability to manage award program/s and lead program reviews.
Demonstrated distinction at the national level and an internationally recognised research track record in structural design, innovative prefabricated/modular structural systems, and high-performance and low-carbon materials.
Proven ability to sustain and grow Research Groups and Centres through the attraction of external funding, leveraging external networks.
Extensive experience in attracting and supervising higher degree by research candidates to maximise research performance.
Demonstrated ability to lead improvement of academic standards, including implementing best practice teaching strategies and dissemination of innovative practices in structural design of Engineering infrastructure.
Evidence of demonstrated strategic leadership in a large organisational unit or University-wide initiative and effective membership of a management team that developed and achieved shared goals and objectives.
Demonstrated experience in financial, governance, and quality management systems within a University.
Demonstration of RMIT values and behavioural expectations.
High level of interpersonal, communication, and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes, and targets within a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Mandatory: PhD in relevant field.

Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.

About the STEM College

The STEM College holds a leading position in the science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and health (STEM) fields. We influence and partner with industry, support collaboration across all areas of STEM, and provide a dynamic environment for 1,000+ staff and approximately 25,000 students.

Our vibrant research community attracts funding from government and industry sources, supporting high-impact research that transforms industries and shapes communities. Higher education programs span all STEM disciplines at Bachelor, Master, and PhD levels, ensuring students gain work-aligned experiences.

The School of Engineering

One of Australia’s largest Engineering Schools, the School has over 350 staff and 7000 students, including 800 HDR (Higher Degree by Research) candidates.

Departments:

Aerospace Engineering
Biomedical Engineering
Chemical and Environmental Engineering
Civil and Infrastructure Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Mechanical, Manufacturing and Mechatronics Engineering

The School is actively developing new industry-led degrees, innovation hubs, and partnerships to enhance learning and research outcomes.

How to Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ link and upload the following:

Your CV
A cover letter
A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria

Contact:

For position details: Associate Professor Dilan Robert — dilan.robert@rmit.edu.au
For recruitment queries: Jennifer Pham, Senior Talent Acquisition Advisor — jennifer.pham2@rmit.edu.au

Applications close:
16 December 2025, 11.59 pm

Additional Information

Interviews scheduled after the University reopens in January 2026.
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in mid to late January 2026.
RMIT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all sectors of the community, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Support is available for applicants with disability — contact talentsupport@rmit.edu.au
RMIT is a Circle Back Initiative Employer — we commit to respond to every applicant.