Associate Lecturer in Evolutionary and Developmental Biology

PRIMARY DETAIL

The School of Natural Sciences is looking to appoint a Level A (Associate Lecturer) Teaching and Research Academic in the field of Evolutionary and Developmental Biology. This is a 4-year fixed-term position (replacing staff on secondment) aimed at growing and strengthening research in these fields.

Key strengths of the School of Natural Sciences include access to a world class wildlife research facility, allowing for the use of Australian wildlife models for investigating key questions in evolutionary and developmental biology, as well as world class multi-omics, molecular biology, and tissue culture facilities in modern purpose-built research laboratories.

The successful applicant will also help to train the next generation of biological and biomedical scientists through undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and supervision, with ample opportunities to build their career as a balanced academic. The School is particularly interested in researchers with a capacity for and interest in teaching into the field of evolutionary medicine.  Courses relevant to this position include the Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Medical Science. 

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The School of Natural Sciences at Macquarie University was established on 1 January 2022 through the amalgamation of the Departments of Biological Sciences, Molecular Sciences, and Earth and Environmental Sciences. The School is the largest in the Faculty of Science and Engineering and is a vibrant community of educators, researchers and students working across a wide range of biological, biomolecular, biomedical, chemical, environmental and earth science disciplines. For more information about the Faculty, please visit Faculty of Science and Engineering.

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate document responding to the selection criteria below. Applicants must address the selection criteria in their application.

Essential Criteria

• A PhD in Evolutionary Biology or a closely related discipline in the biological sciences

• Demonstrated track record of research excellence in developmental and evolutionary biology as evidenced by high quality publications, awards, fellowships, and/or competitive grant funding

• Demonstrated capacity to use cutting edge techniques in developmental biology and genomics, such as single cell transcriptomics or pan-genomics

• Capacity to apply for and secure competitive research funding

• Developing a network of relationships with international collaborators

• Demonstrated track record or ability to teach genetics and evolutionary medicine, including laboratory-based practical classes, tutorials, and lecture delivery

• Excellent time management, written and oral communication skills, and collegiality

• Evidence of service and leadership, to your discipline, academia, and the wider community

Salary package: From $106,089 (Level A, Step 6) to $113,697 (Level A, Step 8) per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. Appointment level will be determined based on successful candidate’s experience and skills.

Appointment Type: Full-time, fixed term for a period of 4 years (replacement for a secondment).

Enquiries: Professor Nathan Hart, Head of School at [email protected]

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