- Full time
- Continuing
- Bundoora Campus
- Be part of a passionate and innovative team
About the position
Applications are invited for a full-time, ongoing position in the newly formed Department of Ecological, Plant and Animal Sciences (EPAS) in the School of Agriculture, Biomedicine and Environment at La Trobe University’s Bundoora Campus, Victoria, Australia.
We seek to appoint an emerging research leader who will be an effective teacher in undergraduate courses. We invite applications from researchers working with plants, animals or other biota at the organismal, population, community or ecosystem level, including conservation biology.
The Level B appointee will be expected to establish and maintain a dynamic research program, teach at the undergraduate level, and will contribute to interdisciplinary research within the Department, School and wider academic community.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- a PhD in ecology, botany, zoology, conservation biology or evolution, or a closely related field at the time of appointment.
- A demonstrated track record of research excellence as evidenced by publications in highly regarded peer-reviewed scientific journals.
- The ability to communicate research results to a broad audience/the public.
- The clear potential to establish an internationally recognized, externally funded research program that indicates the potential to be a leader in their field of biological science.
- A demonstrated track record of teaching excellence in a variety of face-to-face and/or hybrid and online modes to actively engage and educate undergraduate students to ensure student success.
- Ability and interest in developing or contributing to field courses.
- A flexible mindset to take advantage of diverse opportunities from emerging technology and research directions in ecology.
- An ability to mentor undergraduate and post-graduate students.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm, Sunday 5th January 2025.
Position Enquiries: John Morgan HOD – Environment & Genetics
Via email J.Morgan@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant
via email Lisa.White@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Lecturer Ecology (T&R).pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- A short cover letter.
- An up to date resume.
- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.
- Research statement - 2 pages. The first page should summarize your most significant scientific accomplishments as a PhD student and/or as a postdoc. The remainder should explain your future plan and vision for your independent research program.
- Teaching statement - 1 page that describe your past teaching experience and your teaching style and philosophy.
- Diversity statement - 1 page that describes your past and/or potential future contributions to fostering inclusion and diversity.
- Names of three (3) referees who will be contacted for reference letters.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
