Lecturer​/Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography; Oceanography

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer, Physical Geography (Oceanography), UNSW Canberra

Full‑time, 35 hours per week

Continuing

Remuneration:
Level B from $127,947/ Level C from $155,403 plus leave loading and 17% super

Location:

UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus, Australia

The Lecturer / Senior Lecturer is expected to conduct research in Physical Geography (Oceanography) across coastal to deep ocean systems, focusing on 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.

• A PhD in Physical Geography, Oceanography or a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to staying 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.
• Evidenced teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Evidenced 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.

• 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.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre‑employment checks prior to commencement in this role.

Submit your application online before Sunday 4 January 2026 at 11:30 pm, including your CV and a 1–2‑page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience.

John‑David Dewsbury – Head of School, j.dewsbury.au

Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant, h.whale.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. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.