Lecturer (Marine Biology)
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- Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
- Base salary range: Level B $118150 $139812 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The School of Biological Sciences is a large and multidisciplinary team of more than 100 high-calibre academic and professional staff delivering world-class education and research programs to approximately 1000 undergraduate and postgraduate students. The School is responsible for the supervision of 150 PhD students reflecting research strengths and expertise in the disciplines of Zoology Computational Biology Conservation Biology Ecology Evolutionary Biology Marine Biology Neuroscience Plant Biology and Science Communication. Many of our team are also active members of the UWA Oceans Institute and the UWA Institute of Agriculture which further nurtures cross-disciplinary research and educators to serve the needs of Western Australia Australia and the world.
About the opportunity
- Deliver research-led innovative teaching in marine biology including field-based learning while supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Establish a strong research profile in marine biology and ecology through publications grant funding and building a vibrant postgraduate research group.
- Contribute to service partnerships and academic leadership supporting collaboration governance and an inclusive School culture.
About you
- PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to the discipline.
- Demonstrated record of strong communication skills including science communication beyond academic colleagues.
- Experience in the development and delivery of a breadth of curricula and the use of innovative teaching and/or communication approaches assessments and materials for units courses and other knowledge-transfer situations.
- A demonstrable track record of excellence in research at an international level evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high-quality journals.
- Demonstrated evidence of developing research profile including collaborations with internal and external colleagues.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence sexual harassment and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A C class drivers licence will be required by the successful applicant.
Position description: PD Lecturer (Marine Biology)
To learn more about this opportunity please contact Associate Professor Greg Skrzypek 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.
You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday 10 May 2026
This position is open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia as well as international applicants.
About the University
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 Australias top university.
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.
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