Lecturer in Environmental Science

Kingston Business School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 87,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingston University invites applications for a Lecturer in Environmental Science to teach environmental pollution and remediation, and supervise student research projects. The role requires excellent communication and proven teaching ability in field and laboratory settings, and active engagement with research culture and knowledge exchange.

The successful candidate will join the Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment, contribute to pedagogy development, outreach, and recruitment

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a related field or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Desirable UKPSF recognition.
• Experience developing research portfolio with regard to income generation and/or publications.

Responsibilities

• Teach environmental pollution and remediation (soil, water and air).
• Demonstrate teaching competency in field and laboratory settings.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student environmental research projects.
• Engage with core KU domains related to pedagogy, knowledge exchange or academic research.
• Contribute to the Department’s recruitment and development activities and support outreach with external organisations.
• Contribute to the Department and University's research culture and research-informed learning.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Teamwork

Project management

Education

Doctorate in a related field

Job description

Faculty/Directorate

Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment

School/Function

School of Built Environment & Geography

Contract type

Permanent

Location of vacancy

Penrhyn Road

Actual hours

37

Salary

From: 45,925.00

To: 49,796.00

Posted Date

27/10/2026

Closing Date

22/11/2026

Ref No

5009

Documents

• Candidate Pack (PDF, 10442.74kb)
• Role Profile - Lecturer (Word, 46.68kb)

The Role

We are looking for a Lecturer in Environmental Science to teach environmental pollution and remediation (soil, water and air). You will be an excellent communicator and you will be able to demonstrate teaching competency in field and laboratory settings. You should also be able to contribute to teaching quantitative research methods and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student environmental research projects

The role will also require engagement with at least one of the core KU domains which could be related to developing pedagogy approaches, knowledge exchange or academic research. You will also be expected to contribute to the Department’s recruitment and development activities and support work with other staff on outreach activities with external organisations and partners.

You will contribute to the research culture of the Department and the University’s objective of securing an outstanding reputation for research-informed learning, innovation and integrated academic practice.

The Person

The successful candidate must have a Doctorate in a related field or an equivalent professional qualification and be able to teach Environmental Science.

It would be desirable to have a relevant level of UKPSF recognition and an accreditation from a relevant professional body.

It would be expected that you are developing your research portfolio with regard to income generation and/or publications. Experience of managing undergraduate modules and working in a multidisciplinary environment would be desirable.

You must also have excellent communication skills and team working experience and be able to independently project manage set tasks and commitments to fixed deadlines.

The Faculty

The successful candidate will be joining the Department of Geography, Geology and the Environment. We actively promote our University core values of ambition, innovation, inclusivity and entrepreneurship in all our teaching and research endeavours, aligning with the University goal to maintain an outstanding reputation. Our TEF triple-Gold standard courses have a proven track record for teaching excellence.

The Department sits within the Faculty of Engineering, Computing and the Environment and here there are also many opportunities to collaborate with colleagues, e.g. climate resilience, the built environment and the integration of Artificial Intelligence.

Further information

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £45,925 per annum.

Interviews

Interviews are expected to be held on 3rd December 2026.

Contact

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Stuart Downward, Head of Department of Geography, Geology & the Environment.

Welcome Statement

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today.

We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Community

We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.

Eligibility

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.