Associate Lecturer - Chemistry

Griffith University; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 83,000 - 111,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Salary packaging options

Corporate health discounts

Parental leave

Job summary

Griffith University’s School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences on the Gold Coast invites applications for an Associate Lecturer (Level A) in Chemistry. The role supports undergraduate workshops and laboratory classes, delivers lectures as required, and helps develop materials with course convenors and staff.

This is a part-time (0.60 FTE), fixed-term appointment until 2 March 2029. The base salary sits in Academic Level A range $82,704–$111,219 per annum plus 17% superannuation, with total

Qualifications

• Degree in chemistry with demonstrated knowledge in organic chemistry and analytical chemistry.
• Experience supporting or delivering chemistry teaching in a higher education setting.
• Commitment to integrating technology-enhanced and student-centred learning approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support undergraduate chemistry workshops and laboratory classes, ensuring safety and alignment with course requirements.
• Conduct lectures when required and contribute to continuity of teaching across chemistry courses.
• Prepare, facilitate and review teaching materials in consultation with course convenors and staff.
• Support high-quality learning outcomes through student-centred and technology-enhanced teaching approaches.

Skills

Teaching experience

Tech-enhanced learning

Interpersonal communication

Education

Degree in chemistry or closely related discipline

Job description

• Department ID: School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences - PAM
• Appointment Type: Fixed Term

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

The School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences is home to world-class researchers and teachers dedicated to advancing human health through discovery and innovation. Our programs integrate biomedical, pharmaceutical, and clinical sciences to equip graduates with the skills to transform healthcare practice. The School is also leading the integration ofdigital healthacross all programs, driving innovation in health education and research.

As an Associate Lecturer (Level A) - Chemistry, you will contribute to the School’s teaching excellence and and research impact. Here’s how you’ll make it matter:

• Lead and support undergraduate chemistry workshops and laboratory classes, particularly in organic chemistry and analytical chemistry, ensuring activities are delivered safely, effectively and in alignment with course requirements.
• Conduct lectures when required, under the guidance of the course convenor or relevant academic lead, and contribute to continuity of teaching across assigned chemistry courses.
• Prepare, facilitate and review practical and workshop teaching materials in consultation with course convenors, technical staff and relevant academic supervisors.
• Support high quality learning and teaching outcomes for students through active, student-centred and technology-enhanced teaching approaches, including problem-oriented and authentic learning activities in chemistry.

This is a part-time (0.60 FTE), fixed-term appointment until 2 March 2029 based at Griffith University’s Gold Coast location. As Griffith University is a multi-campus institution you may be required to work at other campuses or other sites on occasion.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level A range $82,704 - $111,219 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $96,764 - $130,126 per annum.

Qualifications

What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

• Hold a degree in chemistry or a closely related discipline, with demonstrated knowledge and capability in organic chemistry and analytical chemistry.
• Prior experience supporting or delivering chemistry teaching in a higher education setting, including workshops, laboratory classes and technology-enhanced learning, is desirable.
• Commitment to integrating technology-enhanced and student-centred learning approaches.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster positive, collaborative relationships.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Response to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy .

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Jennifer Boddy, Head of School of Pharmacy and Medical Sciences at [emailprotected] .

Closing date: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.