Associate Lecturer Entomology/Biology (Education focused)

• Full time, 2 years fixed term contract. Located at the Faculty of Science on the Camperdown Campus

• Exciting opportunity for a talented and education focused Associate Lecturer in Entomology and Biology to join the School of Life and Environmental Sciences

• Base salary Level A, Step 6, $105,350 p.a. + 17% superannuation 

About the opportunity

The School of Life and Environmental Sciences (SOLES) is seeking to appoint an Associate Lecturer Entomology/Biology (Education focused) to be based at the Camperdown Campus. Applicants from any area of Entomology are invited to apply. Working within the Ecology, Evolution, and Conservation Theme and reporting to the Deputy Head of School the successful candidate will join a dynamic engaged group in a highly collaborative and supportive teaching and research environment.

This is a wonderful opportunity to gain experience at The University of Sydney – Australia’s first university – at an exciting and innovative time with new strategic plan, which will build upon our outstanding global reputation of education and research excellence.

SOLES provides an interdisciplinary research and teaching environment and brings together academics from across a broad range of disciplines to understand and solve complex global challenges, particularly those associated with sustainability. Key undergraduate teaching majors include biology, ecology and evolutionary biology, genetics and genomics, marine science, microbiology, plant science, soil science, animal and veterinary bioscience, and agriculture.

The successful applicant will demonstrate a strong commitment to the promotion of teaching and learning and will have a developing record of peer-reviewed research, creative work or scholarship, published and disseminated in high quality outlet(s) for their discipline.  

The successful applicant will also be expected to participate in management and administration.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for an Associate Lecturer Entomology/Biology (Education focused) who has:

• a PhD in Entomology or related field

• a developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional organisations

• a demonstrated track record of excellence in undergraduate teaching of Entomology and in other first year biology/animal related areas, including the delivery of lectures, tutorials and laboratory-based practical and field classes in a variety of face to face and/or hybrid and online modes

• a demonstrated capacity to stimulate and actively engage undergraduate students and enable a supportive, safe and inclusive learning environment

• well-developed capabilities in delivering online access to teaching materials and learning activities using CANVAS and can present a portfolio of work in this area

• a demonstrated track record of innovations in, and evaluation of, assessment practices in Entomology

• a demonstrated record of service, governance and high-level engagement (either through their work at a university or through association with a non-university organisation)

• excellent time management, demonstrated written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

• experience of relevant Work, Health and Safety requirements and management including laboratory and field work

• experience in research supervision including Honours (desirable)

• professional practice and development in teaching and learning, is working towards an Advance HE fellowship, Graduate Certificate in Higher Education or equivalent professional learning (desirable).

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please outline your relevant skills and experience in your cover letter and provide a CV and attach them to your online application via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Kevin Lim, Recruitment Operations, Human Resources at [email protected]

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Applications Close

Tuesday 09 January 2024 11:59 PM