Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Applied Marine Ecology

FLINDERS UNIVERSITY; Australia; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious university in Australia is seeking an Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Applied Marine Ecology to enhance teaching and research within their College of Science and Engineering. This role involves delivering lectures and supporting students in their academic journey while contributing to impactful marine ecology research. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field, a passion for education, and a commitment to student engagement.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development activities

17% Superannuation

Qualifications

• Emerging or established academic with a passion for teaching and research in applied marine ecology.
• Demonstrated capability or experience in delivering high-quality teaching.
• Evidence of research activity, including publications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in marine and environmental science.
• Undertake ethical, high-impact research aligned with College priorities.
• Build relationships with industry and community stakeholders.

Skills

Teaching

Research in Marine Ecology

Mentoring

Collaboration with Industry

Education

PhD in Applied Marine Ecology or related field

Four years of tertiary study

Job description

Organisation / Company

FLINDERS UNIVERSITY Research Field Biological sciences Environmental science Geosciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Australia Application Deadline 7 Dec 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country /Australia

Role Summary

The Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Applied Marine Ecology will contribute to excellence in teaching and research within the College of Science and Engineering. You will contribute to the development of engaging teaching materials, deliver lectures, tutorials, and laboratory sessions across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and support students’ academic success. Your research will focus on applied marine ecology and complement existing areas of research. You will contribute to the College’s strengths through publications, collaborations, and engagement with industry and community partners.

In this position you will:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in marine and environmental science through innovative, multi-mode approaches.
• Undertake and contribute to ethical, high-impact research and evaluation aligned with College priorities.
• Build relationships with industry, government, and community stakeholders to enhance teaching and research outcomes.

This position is open to interstate candidates and relocation support is available.

About You

You are an emerging or established academic with a passion for teaching and research in applied marine ecology. You are committed to fostering student engagement, supporting academic success, and contributing positively to a collegial academic community.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of four years of tertiary study or equivalent qualifications and experience in applied marine ecology or related area (Level A) or completion of a PhD (or equivalent qualification) in applied marine ecology or a closely related field (Level B).
• Demonstrated capability or experience in delivering high-quality teaching or mentoring in marine or environmental sciences.
• Evidence of research and/or evaluation activity in applied marine ecology, including publications or collaboration for career stage.
• Experience in supervision of honors and HDR students and demonstrated experience in accreditation activities (Desirable for Level B).

About Natural Sciences at Flinders University

The College of Science and Engineering is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work‑related learning, and advanced facilities. Flinders University’s Natural Sciences team drives world‑class research in biodiversity, ecology, and environmental science. From palaeontology to climate adaptation and marine ecology, we tackle global environmental challenges while fostering innovation and collaboration that make a real‑world impact.

Why Flinders University?

At Flinders University, we embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to achieving gender equality in employment by identifying and removing any discriminatory employment barriers and taking action to promote gender equality in the workplace. We have been awarded Institutional Bronze Accreditation in the SAGE Athena SWAN programme, recognising the University’s ongoing efforts towards achieving gender equity.

Benefits

• Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide.
• Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at ‘world standard or above’ by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Flexible working arrangements
• Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University’s Researcher Development and Leadership Programs.

Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit a CV and a two-page Suitability Statement addressing the key position capabilities of the position description.
• You will be requested to nominate the position you wish to be considered for:
  • Associate Lecturer in Applied Marine Ecology I View Position Description
  • Lecturer in Applied Marine Ecology I View Position Description

Application Deadline

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Sunday, 7 December 2025. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.