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Lecturer /Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography (Oceanography)
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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography (Oceanography)
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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography (Oceanography)
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UNSW Canberra
Employment Type Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration Continuing
Remuneration Level B from $127,947 / Level C from $155,403 plus leave loading and 17% super
Location UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra UNSW Canberra is a University of New South Wales campus in Canberra that embraces an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are integral to the university experience. UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself by being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful while contributing to global recognition as a top university.
Why Your Role Matters The Lecturer / Senior Lecturer is expected to conduct research in Physical Geography (Oceanography) across coastal to deep ocean systems. Areas of focus include the composition and motion of the water column; coastal processes such as tides, storm surges, and sea level rise; ice dynamics and cryosphere-ocean interactions; and the use of geospatial tools, including remote sensing and GIS, to analyse environmental change. Modelling of ocean currents, waves, and human impacts such as land reclamation and coastal engineering is also encouraged.
Who You Are (Skills and Experience)
A PhD in a Physical Geography, Oceanography or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
High level communication skills and ability to network effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team.
Benefits and Culture
Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Additional three days leave during December festive period
Career development opportunities
Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
Free gym access
UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility Pre-employment checks will be undertaken prior to commencement. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment
How to Apply Submit your application online before
Sunday 4 January 2026 at 11:30pm , including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.
Contact John-David Dewsbury – Head of School j.dewsbury@unsw.edu.au
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant h.whale@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
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Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography (Oceanography)
role at
UNSW Canberra
Employment Type Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration Continuing
Remuneration Level B from $127,947 / Level C from $155,403 plus leave loading and 17% super
Location UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra UNSW Canberra is a University of New South Wales campus in Canberra that embraces an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are integral to the university experience. UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself by being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful while contributing to global recognition as a top university.
Why Your Role Matters The Lecturer / Senior Lecturer is expected to conduct research in Physical Geography (Oceanography) across coastal to deep ocean systems. Areas of focus include the composition and motion of the water column; coastal processes such as tides, storm surges, and sea level rise; ice dynamics and cryosphere-ocean interactions; and the use of geospatial tools, including remote sensing and GIS, to analyse environmental change. Modelling of ocean currents, waves, and human impacts such as land reclamation and coastal engineering is also encouraged.
Who You Are (Skills and Experience)
A PhD in a Physical Geography, Oceanography or related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds.
High level communication skills and ability to network effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team.
Benefits and Culture
Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
Additional three days leave during December festive period
Career development opportunities
Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
Free gym access
UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility Pre-employment checks will be undertaken prior to commencement. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment
How to Apply Submit your application online before
Sunday 4 January 2026 at 11:30pm , including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.
Contact John-David Dewsbury – Head of School j.dewsbury@unsw.edu.au
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant h.whale@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged.
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