Lecturer - Science Communication

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

Job summary

The University of Western Australia in Perth invites applications for a full-time, tenurable Lecturer (Level B) in Science Communication within the School of Biological Sciences. You will deliver high-quality teaching and contribute to botany-related courses while developing an active research program.

Applicants should hold a PhD in a relevant field, demonstrate ability to communicate complex science, supervise HDR students, and engage with diverse stakeholders in an inclusive university

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant discipline with research and teaching expertise in science communication and botanical sciences.
• Ability to communicate complex science to non-specialists and deliver engaging teaching.
• Experience supervising Honours/Masters/HDR students.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in science communication.
• Contribute to teaching in botany-related disciplines, including plant ecology and conservation biology.
• Build an impactful research program in science communication with publications and grants.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with academic, industry, government, and community stakeholders.
• Contribute to the collegial and strategic life of the School through service and leadership.

Skills

Science communication

Teaching

Stakeholder engagement

Collaboration

Public engagement

Education

PhD in Science Communication / Botany / Biology or related

Job description

• Join one of Australia's leading Science Communication programs and help shape teaching and research on how science connects with society.
• Build your teaching and research profile in a collaborative school with strengths spanning biological sciences, conservation, ecology and science communication.
• Full-time(1.0 FTE) appointment on a tenurable basis
• Base salary range: Level B, $122,876 - $145,404 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About The Area

The School of Biological Sciences at The University of Western Australia is internationally recognised for excellence in teaching and research across the biological sciences and is home to UWA's Science Communication program, one of only two postgraduate science communication programs with research training in Australia. The School brings together expertise across plant and animal biology, conservation, ecology, evolution, marine biology, neuroscience, plant genomics and science communication, creating a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary environment.

With approximately 120 academic and professional staff, around 1,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, including more than 150 PhD candidates, the School offers outstanding opportunities for teaching, research and engagement. Located on UWA's vibrant campus and surrounded by one of the world's most biodiverse regions, the School provides a unique setting for innovative research, field-based learning and impactful public engagement.

About The Opportunity

• Deliver and coordinate high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in science communication, including areas such as public engagement with science, citizen science, exhibitions and interpretation, and professional communication skills.
• Contribute to teaching in botany-related disciplines, including plant ecology, conservation biology and first-year biology, while applying innovative and inclusive teaching practices that enhance the student experience.
• Build an impactful research program in science communication through high-quality publications, competitive research funding applications, research collaboration and supervision of Honours, Masters and Higher Degree by Research students.
• Develop and maintain partnerships with academic, industry, government, community and professional stakeholders to strengthen research, teaching and engagement outcomes.
• Contribute to the collegial and strategic life of the School through service, governance, curriculum development and academic leadership activities.

About You

• A PhD in Science Communication, Botany, Biology or a closely related discipline, with research and teaching expertise spanning science communication and botanical sciences.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to non-specialist audiences and deliver engaging, innovative and inclusive university teaching.
• An emerging or established track record of research excellence, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications, research collaboration and contribution to competitive funding applications.
• Experience supervising or co-supervising Honours, Masters and/or Higher Degree by Research students, or demonstrated capacity to do so.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with a commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and collaborative contribution within a university environment.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A \"C\" class driver's licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description: PD - Lecturer (524630).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Greg Skrzypek, Head of School - Biological Sciences at [e-mail]