Lecturer - Science Communication

About the role

The School of Biological Sciences at the University of Western Australia is recruiting a Lecturer in Science Communication on a full-time (1.0 FTE), tenurable basis. The School is internationally recognised for teaching and research in biological sciences and hosts its Science Communication program, one of only two postgraduate programs in Australia with research training. The base salary is Level B, $122,876 to $145,404 per year (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in science communication, including public engagement with science, citizen science, exhibitions and interpretation, and professional communication skills.
• Contribute to teaching in botany-related disciplines such as plant ecology, conservation biology and first-year biology, using inclusive teaching practices.
• Build a research program in science communication through publications, competitive funding applications, collaboration and supervision of Honours, Masters and Higher Degree by Research students.
• Develop partnerships with academic, industry, government, community and professional stakeholders.
• Take part in service, governance, curriculum development and academic leadership.

Required profile

• PhD in Science Communication, Botany, Biology or a closely related discipline, with research and teaching expertise in science communication and botanical sciences.
• Ability to explain complex scientific ideas to non-specialists and to teach in an engaging, inclusive way.
• Research record shown by peer-reviewed publications, collaboration and contributions to funding applications.
• Experience supervising, or the capacity to supervise, Honours, Masters and/or Higher Degree by Research students.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.

What we offer

• Flexible working options and generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer-paid superannuation and salary packaging.
• Incremental progression after 12 months of continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses, discounted health insurance and Employee Assistance Program.

Applications close on 19 November 2026; international applicants are welcome. Applicants must address the selection criteria in a separate document and note that a Class C driver's licence is required.