Continuing position, full time opportunity

The Discipline of Physics are seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in High-Energy Astrophysics.
This continuing position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to both undergraduate teaching and internationally recognised research in a dynamic academic environment.

The University is home to a leading Australian group in high-energy astrophysics with strong involvement in major international collaborations such as the Cherenkov Telescope Array Observatory (CTAO) and the High Energy Stereoscopic System (HESS), with a growing focus on IceCube. We welcome applicants whose research aligns with or enhances our existing strengths in ground-based gamma-ray astronomy and multi-messenger astrophysics.

The successful candidate will be part of a team responsible for delivering and coordinating a range of core undergraduate courses, including Astronomy I, Physics III, Atmospheric & Astrophysics III, and Classical Physics II, with additional involvement in Honours-level teaching and assessment. They should hold a PhD in physics, astrophysics, or a related field, and demonstrate a strong record of research excellence, proven experience in tertiary-level teaching, and the capacity to attract external research funding and supervise postgraduate students. In addition, the ideal candidate will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal attributes, effective organisational and management abilities, and advanced analytical and computational skills, including demonstrated proficiency in both numerical and symbolic calculations.

As part of our ongoing commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion, we strongly encourage applications from women and others traditionally underrepresented in physics.

This is a unique opportunity to join a vibrant research team and contribute to advancing Australia’s role in high-energy astrophysics.

Lecturer (Level B, $107,276 - $126,894 per annum) plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
To be successful at Level B you will need:

• A PhD in high-energy astrophysics, or equivalent higher degree, in an area that aligns with or augments existing and emerging strengths in high-energy astrophysics at The University of Adelaide.
• A commitment to excellence in relevant areas of high-energy astrophysics, in particular to ground-based gamma-ray astronomy detection, related data analysis methods and interpretation of results in the field.
• Demonstrated publication track record in relevant areas of high-energy astrophysics in leading academic journals.
• A strong interest in and commitment to the delivery of quality undergraduate education.
• Experience in and/or enthusiasm for the supervision of graduate students.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting.
• Advanced analytic and computational skills, including the demonstrated ability to perform machine learning, numerical and symbolic calculations.

 
Senior Lecturer (Level C, $130,810 – $150,431 per annum) plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

 To be successful at Level C you will also need:

• A PhD in high-energy astrophysics, or equivalent higher degree, in an area that aligns with or augments existing and emerging strengths in high-energy astrophysics at The University of Adelaide.
• A commitment to excellence in relevant areas of high-energy astrophysics, in particular to ground-based gamma-ray astronomy detection, related data analysis methods and interpretation of results in the field.
• Demonstrated publication track record in relevant areas of high-energy astrophysics in leading academic journals.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing and an excellent track record relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated commitment to and evidence of the delivery of quality undergraduate education.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduate research students.
• Advanced analytic and computational skills, including the demonstrated ability to perform machine learning, numerical and symbolic calculations.

 The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs — including significant industry, government and community collaborations — offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature — not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour — provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are honesty, respect, fairness, discovery and excellence. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form.

Please submit your:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of research interests
• statement addressing the selection criteria as listed in the Selection Criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Monday 30 June 2025

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact either:

Professor Christopher Sumby
Head of School
School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
E: christopher.sumby@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below: (If no links appear, try viewing on another device)

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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