Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Philosophy

Job No.: 683979

Location: Clayton campus

Employment Type: Full-time 

Duration: Continuing appointment

Remuneration: $118,974 - $141,283 pa Level B / $145,740 - $168,049 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation)

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The Opportunity

The Faculty of Arts is seeking to appoint a Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C) with expertise in non-Western philosophy, to contribute to the Philosophy department’s dynamic and interdisciplinary academic environment. This position supports the advancement of teaching and scholarship in areas including Human Rights, Ethics, Philosophy of Mind and Cognition, Metaphysics, Philosophy of Religion, and Critical Thinking.

As the Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, you will be responsible for preparing and delivering lectures, tutorials, and seminars across undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as developing and coordinating subject or course material. You will supervise honours and postgraduate research projects, contribute to the department’s research activities, provide academic consultation to students, and participate in assessment, administrative duties, and relevant departmental or faculty committees.

As the successful candidate, you will bring demonstrated teaching experience in a tertiary environment, with a strong ability to develop curriculum and engage students effectively. At Level B, you will have a developing record of research publications, experience in subject design, and the capacity to contribute to collaborative academic work. At Level C, you will demonstrate a sustained record of high-quality research, success in securing external funding, and leadership in research and postgraduate supervision. A strong commitment to scholarly activity and effective collaboration within academic teams is essential.

About Monash University

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Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world-class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries: Associate Professor Suzy Killmister, Philosophy (SOPHIS), suzy.killmister@monash.edu 

Position Descriptions: 

Lecturer - Level B

Senior Lecturer - Level C

Applications Close: Sunday 23rd of November 2025, 11:55pm AEDT