Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Chemistry

Job Description:

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Chemistry, UNSW Canberra

Employment type: Full-time (35 hrs per week)
Duration: Continuing

Remuneration: Level B/C. Level B from $ 133,065/Level C from $ 161,619 plus 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:
UNSW is seeking an experimental chemist to undertake research and related teaching activities of the School of Science, UNSW Canberra. This is a great opportunity to join at a time of growth for the campus, with UNSW recently investing in new teaching and research infrastructure for the chemistry discipline. The role will be involved in advancing the School’s international profile by conducting scholarly research, contributing to the supervision of research students, and teaching in a range of undergraduate and

postgraduate courses offered by the School.

Who You Are (skills and experience):

• PhD in Chemistry (or a closely related experimental chemistry discipline) with expertise that complements and strengthens the School’s research and teaching profile.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching, curriculum design and course delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level, including the effective use of contemporary pedagogical approaches, educational technologies and online learning.
• Strong commitment to student success, equity, diversity and inclusion, with the ability to engage, support and inspire students from a wide range of backgrounds.
• Established or emerging track record of high-quality research, including scholarly publications, research leadership, supervision of higher degree students, and the ability to develop and sustain a successful research program.
• Ability to build productive relationships with colleagues, industry and professional networks, and contribute positively to a collaborative, multidisciplinary teaching and research environment.
• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the capacity to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and contribute to the broader academic community.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.

You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW

Eligibility:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Pre-Employment Checks
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:-
• National and International Criminal history checks
• Entitlement to work and ID checks
• Working With Children Checks
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration
• Verification of relevant qualifications
• Verification of relevant professional membership
• Employment history and reference checks
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks
• Medical Checks and Assessments

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before

Sunday 2 August 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a cover letter specifically addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description point by point. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au

Get in Touch:

For role-related queries please contact:
Terry Frankcombe – Associate Professor
[email protected]

For recruitment process-related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Partner
[email protected]

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.