Coastal Oceanography Lecturer: Field & Research Leadership

University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking a Lecturer in Coastal Oceanography to advance teaching and research in coastal geoscience. The role combines university teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs with active fieldwork, including participation in field campaigns at One Tree Island Research Station.

You will develop curricula, supervise students, publish results, and contribute to cross-disciplinary collaborations with industry and government.

Qualifications

• PhD in oceanography or coastal/marine geoscience.
• Demonstrated expertise in coastal oceanography, coastal geomorphology, reef systems and marine/coastal environmental change.
• Skills spanning instrument deployment, fieldwork organisation and leadership in remote coastal environments, numerical modelling, and/or large data manipulation and analyses.
• Proficiency in swimming, snorkeling, field logistics and compliance, working in remote coastal environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in coastal oceanography across undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels.
• Lead fieldtrips and undertake fieldwork, including at One Tree Island Research Station.
• Design and deliver engaging educational programs and learning experiences that respond to student needs and meet curriculum requirements.
• Develop a research profile appropriate to career stage and opportunities, evidenced through high-quality publications.
• Contribute effectively to administrative and service activities across the School.
• Foster a positive, inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Support the strategic direction of the School, Faculty and University.

Skills

PhD in oceanography

Coastal oceanography expertise

Instrument deployment

Fieldwork leadership

Remote coastal work

Swimming & snorkeling

Education

PhD in oceanography

Job description

The University of Sydney is seeking a Lecturer in Coastal Oceanography to advance teaching and research in coastal geoscience. The role combines university teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs with active fieldwork, including participation in field campaigns at One Tree Island Research Station.

You will develop curricula, supervise students, publish results, and contribute to cross-disciplinary collaborations with industry and government.