Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis. Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About The Area
The School of Biological Sciences is a large and multidisciplinary team of more than 100 high-calibre academic and professional staff delivering world-class education and research programs to approximately 1000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The School is responsible for the supervision of ~150 PhD students, reflecting research strengths and expertise in the disciplines of Zoology, Computational Biology, Conservation Biology, Ecology, Evolutionary Biology, Marine Biology, Neuroscience, Plant Biology and Science Communication. Many of our team are also active members of the UWA Oceans Institute and the UWA Institute of Agriculture, which further nurtures cross-disciplinary research and educators to serve the needs of Western Australia, Australia and the world.
About The Opportunity
* Deliver research-led, innovative teaching in marine biology, including field-based learning, while supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students.
* Establish a strong research profile in marine biology and ecology through publications, grant funding and building a vibrant postgraduate research group.
* Contribute to service, partnerships and academic leadership, supporting collaboration, governance and an inclusive School culture.
About You
* PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to the discipline.
* Demonstrated record of strong communication skills including science communication beyond academic colleagues.
* Experience in the development and delivery of a breadth of curricula and the use of innovative teaching and/or communication approaches, assessments and materials for units, courses and other knowledge-transfer situations.
* A demonstrable track record of excellence in research at an international level evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high-quality journals.
* Demonstrated evidence of developing research profile, including collaborations with internal and external colleagues.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A "C" class driver's licence will be required by the successful applicant.
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.
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