Senior Lecturer, Stratospheric Physics & Balloon Lead

UNSW; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 162,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Leave loading and superannuation

Career development opportunities

Discounts on UNSW courses

Job summary

UNSW Canberra invites applications for a Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Stratospheric Physics at the ADFA Campus. The role blends teaching and research, including curriculum development, supervision, and securing research funding.

The successful candidate will also serve as Station Director of the Balloon Launching Station in Alice Springs, collaborating with CSIRO, NASA and other space agencies. Publications and cross‑disciplinary partnerships are central to the role.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent professional experience.
• Expertise in atmospheric physics, electronics, or stratospheric ballooning.
• Commitment to current disciplinary knowledge.
• Ability to contribute to teaching and research activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and supervision within the School of Science.
• Develop and deliver curricula and research training.
• Publish and maintain an active research portfolio; secure funding.
• Foster collaborations with national and international partners.

Skills

PhD in relevant discipline

Atmospheric physics

Electronics

Stratospheric ballooning

Teaching and research

Project management

Education

PhD or equivalent experience

Job description

UNSW Canberra invites applications for a Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in Stratospheric Physics at the ADFA Campus. The role blends teaching and research, including curriculum development, supervision, and securing research funding.

The successful candidate will also serve as Station Director of the Balloon Launching Station in Alice Springs, collaborating with CSIRO, NASA and other space agencies. Publications and cross‑disciplinary partnerships are central to the role.