Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Agricultural Skills Readiness

About The Team

This position is within the School of Agricultural Sciences (College of Environmental and Life Sciences). Collaboration with relevant research Centres withing Murdoch, with other research institutions and industry is strongly encouraged, with collaboration an important enabler of School and University strategic plans.

Relevant Centres within Murdoch University include (but are not limited to) the:

Centre for Animal Production and Welfare

Centre for Sustainable Farming Systems

Centre for Biosecurity and One Health

WA State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre

Centre for Crop and Food Innovation

Your New Role!

As an Academic staff member in the School of Agricultural Science, you will contribute to teaching and associated administrative and service functions within the College and across the University, while also engaging in professional activities relevant to your discipline.

This position will contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate work integrated learning programs in the field of agricultural science, animal health and biosecurity.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Contributions to teaching, including coordination, curriculum design, delivery, assessment, fieldwork, curriculum review, and use of innovative teaching methods

Develop work integrated learning programs that for undergraduate and postgraduate students

Engage with industry and external stakeholders to build strategic partnerships

Supervise and advise students across undergraduate, honours, postgraduate, and HDR levels

Actively contribute to in School and University service activities, engage with the profession and discipline, and undertake administrative duties as required

Please refer to the Position Description for further details, including selection criteria:

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

Lecturer (Level B)

What We Offer You!

Part-time (0.3 FTE) 3-year teaching academic teaching contract

Associate Lecturer (Level A) $79K - $107K (pro rata) plus leave loading and 17% employer superannuation

Lecturer (Level B) $113K – $134K (pro rata) plus leave loading and 17% employer superannuation

This part time role is ideal for an academic looking to balance teaching with other research, industry or caring commitments.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

Enjoy a 2% salary increase under the Enterprise Agreement, effective July 2026

Flexible work arrangements

Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

Indigenous Language Allowance

Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

Employee Assistance Program

On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

Hold a PhD in a relevant discipline

Experience teaching at undergraduate level, including supervision of students

A broad knowledge of Australian agricultural production systems

Experience engaging with agricultural industry and government organisations

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English

Demonstrate initiative, work effectively under broad direction, and collaborate successfully within diverse teams

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the selection criteria, work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Professor Caroline Jacobson, Head of School, c.jacobson@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105155 the reference.

Applications Close on 24th April 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.