Maritime Archaeology Lecturer & Field Researcher

Flinders University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

Flinders University seeks an archaeologist to contribute to teaching and research, with a focus on the Maritime Archaeology postgraduate program. Lead field-based and classroom teaching, develop internationally recognised research, and engage with industry, government and community partners.

The role emphasizes attracting research funding, supervising research students, and building partnerships that create impact beyond academia within marine and coastal heritage and submerged landscapes.

Qualifications

• PhD in Archaeology or a related discipline, with expertise in marine and coastal heritage, underwater archaeology or submerged landscapes.
• Developing or established record of research excellence, including publications and funding success.
• Contemporary fieldwork capabilities, including maritime survey experience and relevant diving qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching and coordinate topics across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with field-based experiences.
• Establish and maintain an active program of research in Archaeology, producing publications and attracting funding.
• Supervise honours and higher degree research students and foster industry partnerships.
• Develop collaborations with industry, government agencies and community partners for impact and knowledge exchange.

Skills

Marine archaeology

Fieldwork

Diving qualifications

Research collaboration

Teaching ability

Education

PhD in Archaeology

Job description

Flinders University seeks an archaeologist to contribute to teaching and research, with a focus on the Maritime Archaeology postgraduate program. Lead field-based and classroom teaching, develop internationally recognised research, and engage with industry, government and community partners.

The role emphasizes attracting research funding, supervising research students, and building partnerships that create impact beyond academia within marine and coastal heritage and submerged landscapes.