Tenurable Lecturer - Science Communication & Botany

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

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