Lecturer (Earth Sciences)

University of Western Australia; Crawley; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian university is seeking an earth scientist to join their multidisciplinary team in Crawley. This full-time position requires a PhD in Earth Science and involves contributing to teaching and research while engaging with external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have strong teaching skills and a commitment to inclusive practices. This role offers a competitive salary with additional benefits.

Benefits

26 weeks paid parental leave

4 weeks annual leave

17% superannuation

Discounted health insurance

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching.
• Ability to engage with external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to earth science teaching and research.
• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate coursework.

Skills

Innovative teaching delivery

Scientific communication

Organisational skills

Mentoring and supervision

Education

PhD in Earth Science

Job description

• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
• 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
• Salary packaging options.
• 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Job no: 521079
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Science

• Seeking a motivated earth scientist to join a high-performing multidisciplinary team.
• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the School

The School of Earth and Oceans is home to globally recognised educators and researchers advancing both fundamental and applied science in Earth and Ocean Sciences and Ocean Engineering. With Western Australia’s rich mineral, energy, groundwater, and coastal resources, the School leads research in scientific discovery, engineering innovation, and sustainable resource management. Key strengths include Archean–Proterozoic geology, mineral exploration, hydrogeology, geodata analytics, basin analysis, coastal processes, physical oceanography, offshore renewable engineering, and Antarctic geoscience.

About the opportunity

• Contribute to high-quality teaching and research in earth science with the capacity to enhance the School’s cross-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary activities.
• Deliver important Level 1 coursework as well as other undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in areas of research expertise.
• Engage with external stakeholders, including government, industry and the broader community in Western Australia.

About you

• PhD in Earth Science relevant to the role.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative teaching including online and field-based teaching to support excellent student experiences.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices and demonstrated excellent scientific communication and organisational skills.
• A strong track record of high-quality earth science research relative to opportunity that will enhance the School’s cross-disciplinary or inter-disciplinary geoscience research (e.g. geochemical, geophysical, geobiological, geodata or environmental/marine geoscience applications) with evidence of potential to generate and grow an externally funded innovative research program from diverse funding sources, including government grants and industry.
• Ability and willingness to mentor and supervise students, and work collaboratively within a team and deliver timely outputs and outcomes.

Note: A “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant.

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 17 October 2025

This position is open to international applicants.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at [e-mail] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 11 Sep 2025 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Oct 2025 W. Australia Standard Time