Lecturer in Plant Ecology (Teaching Focused)

Job Description

Continuing, full-time $107,734 to $127,683 per annum (Level B) Plus 17% employer superannuation Salary packaging options are available 4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annum Relocation assistance provided Applicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position) Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 9 March 2025 Reference No: 225007 About the role As a teaching-focused Lecturer, you will provide teaching expertise and leadership in Plant Ecology, within the discipline of Botany at UNE. The successful candidate will develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching for online and on-campus students, building upon existing botany and ecosystem management units. You will supervise HDR students, take an active leadership role in the broader development and coordination of curriculum, and contribute to service and administrative duties within the School. While teaching-focused, there is potential for this position to be converted to a balanced research-and-teaching role after two years, subject to achievements in research and HDR supervision. About you To be successful in this role, you will have a PhD in plant ecology or botany. We are particularly interested in applicants with expertise in vegetation management and/or population ecology. You should be an innovative educator delivering research-informed, student-centred teaching, capable of inspiring critical thinking in both online and face-to-face settings. You should be able to demonstrate effectiveness as a supervisor of research students. A strong research track record, relative to opportunity, will be an asset. If you also thrive in both independent and collaborative environments, foster positive working relationships, and embrace a diverse and inclusive academic setting, this role is for you. Enquiries and additional information To discuss this role please contact Associate Professor Rose Andrew; phone: 02 6773 3610, email: To Apply Submit your application through and refer to vacancy ref 225007. Please note that applications submitted via LinkedIn will not be considered. Your application should be comprised of: 1–2 page cover letter outlining who you are, your strengths and qualifications, and why you are interested in the role at UNE; A current resume containing details of 3 referees. At least one referee should have a thorough knowledge of your work over the past 2 years as your manager or supervisor; Responses to the selection criteria (available in the Position Statement on UNE's website) explaining how you best meet these requirements. Your examples should be based on previous performance/experience and you should clearly explain your level of involvement in the example activity, what you have done, how, why, and what the outcomes were. Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity UNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTQIA+ people. About Our Process At UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. Please visit our Privacy Statement to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used. National Police Check If you are the successful candidate for this role you will be required to provide UNE with a National Police Check prior to your commencement. Please note that people with criminal records are NOT automatically barred from applying for this position (unless there is a particular requirement under law). #J-18808-Ljbffr