Lecturer (Igneous Petrologist & Geochemist)

• Seeking a motivated academic to join a high-performing multidisciplinary team
• Level B, full-time appointment on tenurable basis
• Base salary range: $108,509 - $128,404 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

About the team

The School of Earth Sciences is a group of internationally recognised educators and researchers who undertake broad-ranging research in the Earth Sciences, both fundamental and applied. Western Australia relies heavily on its mineral, energy, groundwater and coastal marine resources which drives strong research programs in the School focusing on scientific discovery and evidence-based management of these resources. 

Making the most of the unique geology of Western Australia, the School has a well-established reputation in Archean–Proterozoic geology and geochemistry, mineral geoscience including exploration, hydrogeology, geodata analytics and basin analysis. The magnificent coastline of WA facing the Indian Ocean and the Southern Ocean also supports major strengths in coastal processes, physical oceanography and Antarctic geoscience.

About the opportunity

You will contribute to the academic environment and success of the School. You will support and extend the School’s teaching, research and outreach capabilities in geoscience and more specifically in igneous petrology and geochemistry. You will be expected to deliver high-quality learning experiences for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and contribute to fieldwork teaching.

You also will be required to develop and manage an independent research program that has an impact in the field, establishing collaborative research with national and international partners and industry and government end users, and actively participate in research training of honours, masters and PhD students.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will demonstrate:

• A PhD in igneous petrology and geochemistry or a closely related field
• Capacity to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in geoscience including field-based teaching
• A strong track record of high-quality research with impact, relative to opportunity, in geoscience
• Evidence of potential to generate and grow an externally funded innovative research program from diverse funding sources, including from competitive grants and industry
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated science communication skills
• Ability and willingness to mentor and supervise students
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and deliver timely outcomes

About your application

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Lecturer in Geoscience 516415.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria .

You may also submit an additional statement (1 page max) outlining any personal circumstances which should be considered when assessing your application. Applicants who have experienced periods of academic/professional interruption or other relevant events can include a description of achievements relative to opportunity in this statement.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 16 February 2024.

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Annette George at [email protected]

This position is open to international applicants.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
• We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
• We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

Should you have any queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, contact the Talent team at [email protected] with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number and a member of the team will respond to your enquiry.

Advertised:09 Jan 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:16 Feb 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time