Senior Lecturer, Neuroscience & Physiology Education

The University of Sydney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sydney is seeking a Lecturer (Level B) in Neuroscience/Physiology to contribute to teaching, curriculum development and scholarly activity. The role involves designing and delivering units, collaborating with colleagues, supervising students and leading educational initiatives.

A PhD is required and sponsorship for Australia is not available. The position is a full-time, fixed-term appointment with base salary starting from $132,533 plus 17% superannuation, located in Sydney.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated understanding of Neuroscience and Physiology.
• Experience contributing to original research and scholarly activity.
• Experience in teaching and learning, including team teaching and delivery across settings.
• Demonstrated success in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching initiatives.
• Developing networks with academic, industry and professional partners.
• Experience supervising or mentoring students and colleagues.
• Strong planning and organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication skills with students, academics and stakeholders.
• Commitment to innovative teaching practices and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Undertake independent teaching in Neuroscience and Physiology, delivering high-quality educational design and outcomes.
• Contribute to high-quality teaching experiences meeting university standards.
• Deliver quality units and curriculum content that meet student needs.
• Engage in research or scholarly activity as part of a team.
• Engage in co-supervision of research students per university expectations.
• Apply contemporary pedagogical practice to innovate education.
• Undertake academic administration to support teaching delivery.

Skills

Educational leadership

Teaching design

Curriculum development

Scholarly activity

Conferences

Mentoring

Networking

Planning skills

Communication

Innovative teaching

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

The University of Sydney is seeking a Lecturer (Level B) in Neuroscience/Physiology to contribute to teaching, curriculum development and scholarly activity. The role involves designing and delivering units, collaborating with colleagues, supervising students and leading educational initiatives.

A PhD is required and sponsorship for Australia is not available. The position is a full-time, fixed-term appointment with base salary starting from $132,533 plus 17% superannuation, located in Sydney.