Casual Academic - UQ School of the Environment

Applications Close on 2nd November 2026 at 11:59PM AEST

The successful appointees will support the Course Coordinator in the delivery of course aims and learning outcomes, in first year, second year, third year and postgraduate courses in the School of the Environment. Casual academic positions are based at both St Lucia and Gatton Campuses depending on the course you are selected for. Successful appointees must be available to attend on campus. Casual Academics are remunerated according to the category of their duties, as detailed in The University of Queensland Enterprise Agreement (Enterprise Agreement) and reiterated in this job profile.

Responsibilities as a Casual Academic may include (but are not limited to):

- Demonstrator support for the conduct of practical classes, demonstrations, student field work and excursions
- Marking Exam invigilation Preparation time
- Facilitation of a class activity not requiring the development of materials
- Consultation with students
- Attendance at induction sessions
- Undertaking of training as required
- Moderating discussion forums, being available for student consultation online or in person, being available for consultation/ assistance on a specific activity such as a simulation and where no preparation or follow-up is required outside of scheduled hours; and Attendance at, or involvement in, other academic activities as directed by their supervisor

Compliance

- All Casual academics are required to comply with legislation and University policy relevant to the duties undertaken, including but exclusive to: The University’s Code of Conduct.
- Requirements of the Queensland occupational health and safety (OH&S;) legislation and related OH&S; responsibilities and procedures developed by the University or Institute/School.
- The adoption of sustainable practices in all work activities and compliance with associated legislation and related University sustainability responsibilities and procedures.
- Requirements of the Education Services for Overseas Students Act 2000, the National Code 2007 and associated legislation, and related responsibilities and procedures developed by the University.

About the School of the Environment

Established in 2023, UQ’s School of the Environment brings together multidisciplinary researchers across the physical, biological and social sciences to address the UN Sustainable Development Goals—particularly climate action, life on land, and life below water—through globally relevant research, training and impact. The School makes a major contribution to UQ’s standing, ranking 1st in Australia and 7th globally for Environment/Ecology,



and 1st in Australia and 13th worldwide for Environmental Science & Engineering (2025 NTU Performance Ranking of Scientific Papers for World Universities). These strengths support a research culture that connects world‑class capability with real‑world impact. The School’s research spans environmental management; geography and geospatial science; earth and ocean science; biodiversity and conservation science, ecology, genetics and evolution; zoology; and marine biology. With more than 100 academic group leaders, over 100 postdoctoral fellows, UQ’s largest graduate student cohort, and more than $26M in external research funding annually, the School offers a highly collaborative environment for ambitious research and education. Research within the School integrates fundamental and applied approaches to advance environmental knowledge and deliver practical solutions. This work is supported by specialist analytical and field capabilities in biomonitoring and environmental diagnostics, spatial and statistical analysis, sustainability assessment, and geoanalytical and chemical methods. Solid partnerships with industry, government and community organisations further enhance research translation and impact. Researchers and students also benefit from three field‑based stations at Heron Island, Moreton Bay and Hidden Vale. The School delivers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary curriculum, emphasising theory, practice and professionalism, and serving more than 1,600 coursework students across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Learning is enriched through contemporary digital platforms, high‑quality workshops and practical activities, and exceptional field experiences in Australia and overseas.

About You

We welcome expressions of interest from research assistants, postdoctoral fellows, honours, undergraduate/postgraduate and Higher Degree Research students, and applicants who have previously taught in their field at a significant level who want to return to the workforce.

What we can offer

This is a casual position. As such, there is no firm advance commitment to ongoing or indefinite work. The casual hourly rate can be viewed here. Most casual academics rates will be within the AC30 and AC50 pay scales. For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ and review Operational UQ Enterprise Agreement_ .pdf.





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📌 Casual Academic - UQ School of the Environment (Gatton)
🏢 The University of Queensland
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