Assistant Lecturer 

Job No.: 669595

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time 

Duration: 3 year fixed-term appointment

Remuneration: $80,464 - $109,203 pa Level A (plus 17% employer superannuation)

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

Monash University’s Faculty of Science is a leader in innovative education and cutting-edge research across diverse disciplines, including physical, biological, biomedical, behavioral, environmental, mathematical, and computer sciences. Renowned for excellence, our research addresses global challenges and drives new knowledge. Learn more: www.monash.edu/science.

Within the Faculty, the School of Earth, Atmosphere, and Environment (EAE) is dedicated to advancing environmental solutions through research and education. Specializing in Atmospheric/Climate Sciences, Physical Geography, and Geology, the School hosts state-of-the-art facilities, fosters global collaborations, and leads significant initiatives such as the ARC Centre of Excellence for Weather in the 21st Century. Together, we create a vibrant environment for impactful innovation and discovery.

About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Lecturer (Level A) to join the Monash Geomorphology Lab within EAE. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to undergraduate teaching, research, and professional development in Earth Sciences.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching: Deliver undergraduate courses in at least three of the following areas:

• Introductory-level geomorphology
• Fluvial geomorphology with a focus on catchment hydrology
• Field geomorphology in an Australian context, referencing Quaternary Science
• Programming for data analysis and presentation in Earth Sciences

Research: Conduct collaborative and independent research within the Monash Geomorphology Lab, with opportunities to co-mentor research students. Research areas include aeolian geomorphology, arid environment evolution, and planetary geomorphology (e.g., Mars and Titan).

Development: Work towards publishing research, developing teaching expertise, and securing competitive research funding with mentorship and support.

About You

This position requires you to hold a doctorate in a relevant discipline or a closely related field. As an emerging academic, you bring a strong passion for teaching and research in Earth Sciences. You thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute to the School's educational and research objectives.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

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-recruitment@monash.edu 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: Andrew Gunn, Lecturer in Physical Geography, School of Earth, Atmosphere & Environment, +61 4 3919 1557

Position Description: Assistant Lecturer

Applications Close: Monday 6 January 2025, 11:55pm AEDT

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