Lecturer - Environmental Health

Job Description

Organisation/Company EDITH COWAN UNIVERSITY Research Field Sociology Ethics in health sciences Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Country Australia Application Deadline 30 Mar 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No Offer Description LECTURER (ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH) SCHOOL MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES JOONDALUP CAMPUS $113,918 TO $134,596 PA (LEVEL B) ONGOING, FULL-TIME, COMMENCING JUNE 2025 Overview Edith Cowan University is a leading institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society. The School of Medical and Health Science leads research at Edith Cowan University with over 100 researchers and academic staff working across a wide range of disciplines. Such research is conducted in partnership with, or as a result of funding from a range of state, national and international organisations, including the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), Healthway, health service providers, and industry. Our researchers have strong cross-disciplinary alliances and collaborate extensively with relevant domestic and international organisations to ensure that our research addresses real-world problems and has direct impact at an individual, community and global level. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lecturer with expertise and leadership in Environmental Health and Occupational Hygiene to join the School of Medical and Health Sciences. The successful candidate will play a key role in educating and inspiring the next generation of environmental health officers to support the critical shortage in Australia. The role requires expertise in national health regulations and compliance, food and water safety and monitoring, control pollution and vectors, and mitigation strategies and pre-emptive controls, as well as outreach education for communities to protect public health in response to emergencies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to teach in leading nationally accredited courses in Australian and work within a supportive research environment and build on the reputation of innovative curriculum and engage in impactful research in environmental health and occupational hygiene in Australia. Key Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality lectures and practical sessions in environmental health/occupational hygiene at undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Develop and deliver course materials to reflect current industry standards and research, using contemporary educational approaches and technologies including flexible online delivery for adult learners. Mentor and support students in their academic and professional development. Conduct and publish original research in the field of environmental health and occupational hygiene. Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives. Participate in community outreach and engagement activities. You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage. Benefits & Remuneration This full time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $113,918 to $134,596 plus 17% University superannuation contribution. ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances. ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services. Interested applicants are welcome to call Professor Jacques Oosthuizen on 6304 5876 for more information. How to Apply Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Capabilities in the Selection Criteria. Closing Date: Applications close on Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11:30pm AWST. PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION. ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr