Lecturers - Shape the future at Monash Arts - Expressions of Interest

Monash University; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 123,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Monash Arts invites applications for multiple Level B Lecturer roles at the Clayton campus in Melbourne. These fixed-term appointments offer an exciting platform to develop your teaching and research profile within a world-ranked university.

You will contribute to high-quality teaching, pursue external funding opportunities, and guide honours and postgraduate students while collaborating across disciplines in a vibrant academic community.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant discipline is required.
• Strong manuscript preparation skills and a record of publications.
• Willingness to pursue external research funding.
• Proven tertiary teaching experience and curriculum development.
• Ability to motivate and engage students in a diverse environment.

Responsibilities

• Impactful research: maintain and expand a strong track record of refereed publications and competitive grant capture.
• Innovative teaching and coordination: design, coordinate, and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate units.
• Student mentorship: supervise honours and postgraduate coursework and research students.
• Community and collaboration: engage with external partners and contribute to the academic life of the section and school.

Skills

Teaching

Research Excellence

Mentorship

Collaborative teamwork

Education

PhD in relevant discipline

Job description

Lecturers - Shape the future at Monash Arts - Expressions of Interest

Lecturers -Multiple Academic Opportunities Available - Expressions of Interest

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Fixed-term

Duration: 3 years with a strong possibility of 1-yr extension

Remuneration:$123,138 - $146,228 pa Level B (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

In the Faculty of Arts at Monash University (Melbourne, Australia), we believe great teaching and innovative research can change lives and shape resilient societies. Our vibrant and internationally recognised Faculty offers an excellent opportunity to work in an ambitious, collaborative and diverse scholarly environment that values excellence, innovation and impact. Most importantly, it is a place where emerging scholars are empowered to pursue ambitious, purpose-driven research that makes a meaningful difference to communities locally and globally. Come accelerate your career with us.

Launch your academic career at Monash where your scholarship can make a global difference

The Opportunity

We’re seeking multiple ambitious early career academics to join our inclusive, collaborative and globally connected Faculty in Melbourne, Australia. At Monash Arts, you'll be part of a vibrant research community, working alongside world-leading scholars who will support your growth through mentorship, collaboration and career development opportunities. You’ll have the opportunity to shape inspiring student experiences, build an internationally-recognised research profile and contribute to work that creates meaningful impact beyond the university.

Whether your work explores people, cultures, ideas, institutions, or the challenges shaping our future, you'll find a supportive environment that encourages ambitious thinking, interdisciplinary collaboration, innovation and real-world impact. We’re looking for talented, collegial scholars who are ready to make their mark.

Wherever you are in the world, if you’re excited by an opportunity to contribute to a leading global university and help shape the future of Monash Arts, then we’d love to hear from you!

About the Positions

As a Level B Lecturer in the Faculty of Arts, you’ll inspire the next generation through creative educational offerings, while building your research profile, and pursuing external funding opportunities, including the new ARC Initiate Fellowships scheme. We are particularly interested in the following disciplinary/interdisciplinary areas:

• School of Philosophical, Historical and Indigenous Studies

  • Philosophy (Political and/or Applied)

  • History (Environment and/or Australian)

• School of Social Sciences

  • Politics and International Relations (Social Policy)

  • Environmental Studies (broadly defined)

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Impactful Research: Maintain and expand a strong track record of refereed publications and competitive grant capture, to develop cutting-edge research in your field.

• Innovative Teaching and Coordination: Design, coordinate, and deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate units.

• Student Mentorship: Lead lectures, tutorials, and field excursions, while supervising Honours and postgraduate coursework and research students.

• Community and Collaboration: Actively contribute to the academic life of the section and school through collaborative initiatives, service duties, and engagement with external organisations.

What you will bring:

• Qualifications: A PhD degree in a relevant discipline

• Research Capability: Proven commitment to scholarly research, including strong manuscript preparation, high-quality publications, and willingness to pursue external research funding.

• Teaching Excellence: A demonstrated track record of tertiary teaching, curriculum development, and an ability to motivate and actively engage students.

• Collegiate Spirit: Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work cooperatively across teams, students, and external partners.

Position Descriptions

Please direct enquiries to:

School of Philosophy, Historical and Indigenous Studies

School of Social Sciences

Closing Date:Wednesday 9th December 2026, 11:55pm AEDT

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Please note: Short-listed applicants will be notified between 18th to 20th January 2027.

Supporting a diverse workforce

Monash University recognises that its Australian campuses are located on the unceded lands of the people of the Kulin nations, and pays its respects to their elders, past and present.

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