Lecturer
Australian Centre for Public Awareness of Sciences is seeking an academic researcher with expertise in Science Communication.
Summary about this job
Teaching - Tertiary
Company: The Australian National University
Location: ACT
Work type: Full Time
Salary: $98,009 - $111,365 plus 17% superannuation
Phone: +61-2-8185-5354
Fax: +61-8-6140-7267
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Detail information about job Lecturer. Terms and conditions vacancy
Salary package: $98,009 - $111,365 plus 17% superannuation
- A continuing appointment in science engagement practice and research position
- Research, work, life and balancing academic careers
Position overview
The ANU College of Science (CoS) comprises: the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, the Research School of Biology, the Research School of Chemistry, the Research School of Earth Science, the Fenner School of Environment and Society, the Mathematical Sciences Institute, the Research School of Physics and Engineering, and the Centre for the Public Awareness of Science. Staff and students within the ANU College of Science conduct research and delivers a research-led education program that encompasses the entire breadth of the sciences, supported by extensive international networks and by world-class facilities. The College has a strong tradition of research excellence that has fostered distinguished Nobel Laureates and Kyoto Prize winners and that trains scientific leaders in disciplines in which the ANU is consistently ranked in the top twenty in the world.
CPAS is a leader in science engagement practice and research. This level B academic will share expertise in science engagement practice, research, and teaching with colleagues and students in CPAS and show potential for national and international leadership.
The Lecturer is responsible for convening and teaching undergraduate and postgraduate coursework with an emphasis on public engagement skills and techniques across our curriculum. The lecturer will pursue research in their specialist area of public engagement as well as be aware of the broader field of science engagement. They will also contribute to international benchmarking and evaluation of CPAS programs and approaches. The lecturer will also provide support to relevant CPAS and College of Science academic committees.
For more information about the position, please contact Professor Joan Leach, Director, CPAS on E: [email protected], or T: +61 2 6125 4513
Closing date: 19 August 2018
Position description: Lecturer B_CPAS_June 2018_PD.pdf
The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant via: [email protected]
ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion
Application information
In order to apply for this role please make sure that you upload the following documents:
- A statement addressing the selection criteria.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV) which includes the names and contact details of at least three referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees you can complete these online when prompted in the application form.
- Other documents, if required.
Applications which do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for the position.