Lecturer in Climate Science & Policy

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Generous paid leave

17% employer paid superannuation

Salary packaging available

Incremental progression

Discount on UWA courses

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a tenure-track position in climate science within the School of Agriculture and Environment. The appointee will deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching that connects climate science, earth observation and climate policy, while growing an independent research program and supervising Honours and postgraduate students.

We seek an emerging leader in climate modelling and data analysis who can secure competitive funding and

Qualifications

• PhD in climate science, environmental science, geography or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated expertise in climate modelling and/or climate-relevant data analysis, supported by a track record of high-quality peer-reviewed research relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver innovative teaching and assessment across online and field-based settings, with the capacity to coordinate units.
• Experience supervising or co-supervising Honours, Masters or higher research degree students.
• Emerging record in competitive research funding applications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, developing inclusive, research-informed curricula and assessment.
• Build an independent and collaborative research program, publish in peer-reviewed journals, pursue funding, and supervise researchers.
• Strengthen the School’s impact through partnerships with industry, government and community, student placements and governance.

Skills

Climate modelling

Data analysis

Teaching design

Course coordination

Research funding track record

Education

PhD in climate science/environmental science/geography

Job description

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a tenure-track position in climate science within the School of Agriculture and Environment. The appointee will deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching that connects climate science, earth observation and climate policy, while growing an independent research program and supervising Honours and postgraduate students.

We seek an emerging leader in climate modelling and data analysis who can secure competitive funding and