The Opportunity
We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated academic to join our School of Biological Sciences as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Genomics. In this role, you will coordinate and deliver innovative research and teaching programs in the field of Genomics, contributing to the advancement of the School's academic and professional objectives.
As a Lecturer you would develop a leading research program in genomics in any of its forms and contribute to the education program of the School of Biological Sciences in areas broadly related to your expertise.
As a Senior Lecturer you would lead an outstanding research program in genomics in any of its forms and make a significant contribution to the education program of the School of Biological Sciences in areas broadly related to your expertise.
We will consider applications from academics who work on any system, including model organisms and humans, but we particularly encourage applications from academics who work with plants.
We invite applications from any area of genomics, including but not limited to:
* Applied genomics
* Comparative genomics
* Computational genomics
* Ecological genomics
* Evolutionary genomics
* Functional genomics
* Metagenomics
* Population genomics
Successful candidates will demonstrate the potential to secure external funding and build a research group including students and staff.
If you would like to join our vibrant academic community and contribute to excellence in Genomics in teaching and research then apply today
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To Apply
Please include the following in your application:
* a CV and four documents that together address the selection criteria:
* Cover letter
* Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement (no more than 1 page, addresses KSC 2)
* Research statement (no more than 2 pages, addresses KSC 3)
* Teaching statement (no more than 1 page, addresses KSC 4)
For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'.
Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr- in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.
Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.
Enquiries: Professor Anne Peters, Deputy Head of School, School of Biological Sciences,
Position Descriptions:
Lecturer - Level B - Genomics
Senior Lecturer - Level C - Genomics
Applications Close: Sunday 18 January 2026, 11:55pm AEDT
Please note: Monash University will be closed from Wednesday 24 December 2025 until Friday 2 January 2026 inclusive
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