Lecturer (Livestock Science)
Lecturer (Livestock Science)
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Job Description
School of Agriculture and Environment
- Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
- Base salary range: Level B $113934 $134824 plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The UWA School of Agriculture and Environment is committed to high impact research and quality teaching. It spans three broad disciplines: Agricultural and Resource Economics; Agricultural Science Technology and Engineering; and Environmental Science. The School is recruiting for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join its well-established livestock science group.
About the opportunity
- Develop and deliver high-quality teaching at both undergraduate and postgraduate level and excellence in supervision of research students
- Develop research collaborations and apply for funding within the broad area of the adaptation of livestock systems to a changing environment
- Build and maintain a strong working relationship with producers agri-industry groups national and international collaborators
About you
- Hold a PhD in animal science or a related relevant discipline
- Have a sound knowledge and understanding of the ruminant microbiome genetic strategies to improve livestock resilience biology of livestock adaptation and a demonstrated conceptual knowledge of ruminant production system.
- Have a commitment to high-quality teaching with a willingness to develop curriculum and a commitment to continuous improvement and enhancement of student experience
- Have experience with designing and leading field studies within both intensive and extensive sheep and cattle production systems
- Possess an excellent track record of original research and/or industry impact in agriculture relevant to the position including high-quality publications as lead author
- Have a strong track record of successful supervision or co-supervision of Honours Masters and PhD student research projects/dissertations.
Note: A current C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION - Lecturer (Livestock Science) - Level
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Professor Matthias Leopold at
How to apply
Please apply online via the Apply Now button and 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.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 17 June 2025
This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people women those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds the LGBTIQA community and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively please contact the People and Culture team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Employment Type
Full-Time
