2 x full time, continuing positions, located on the Camperdown Campus in the Faculty of Science
Build your research and apply your expertise by contributing as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor to the School of History and Philosophy of Science
Academic Level B/C/D, Base Salary $127,436 - $207,069 p.a. + 17% superannuation
About the position
The
School of History and Philosophy of Science
is seeking to fill two full-time academic positions at the level of
Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science,
to join
the School's vibrant research and teaching community.
We are particularly interested in candidates working in the areas of early modern science, or science or medicine in Asia, or Indigenous knowledge systems. Successful candidates will dedicate 40% of their contribution to teaching-related activities, 40% to research-related activities, and 20% to governance, leadership, and engagement. Your key responsibilities will be to:
contribute to the School's research activities, expertise, and impact
design, coordinate, and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses
provide mentoring and supervision to undergraduate and graduate students
contribute to teaching and learning practice, design and evaluation within the School and Faculty
engage in leadership and service roles across the School and Faculty
maintain quality, integrity and excellence in all research activities and outputs.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. We see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a




Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science
who has:
a PhD in History and Philosophy of Science or related fields including STS, History, Philosophy, Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies
an excellent research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research (relative to opportunity)
teaching experience including course design, coordination, delivery, and assessment
the capacity to engage students and enable a supportive, inclusive learning environment
experience supervising students at Honours, Masters and PhD level (relative to chance)
excellent interpersonal skills and collegial behaviour of a very high standard.
Please indicate your preferred level of appointment (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor) in your cover letter. Final appointment will be based on the selection panel's assessment of your skills, experience, and overall suitability.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
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people living with a disability
,
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
, and those who identify as
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. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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How to apply
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📌 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor To The School Of History And Philosophy Of Science (Australia)
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