"Lecturer in Biochemistry"

• Full-time, Ongoing position at Academic Level B.
• Parramatta South campus with flexible working arrangements.
• $120,908 – $142,769 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

The Opportunity

As a Lecturer in Biochemistry, you will contribute to high quality teaching, curriculum design and continuous improvement across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Your teaching will draw on research-informed practice and contemporary developments in analytical biochemistry.

You will build a productive research program with clear goals and direction, publishing in high impact journals and pursuing competitive grants. You will also contribute to the supervision of higher degree research students and strengthen Western’s research culture through collaboration, engagement, and disciplinary leadership.

Working within the School of Science, you will foster meaningful connections with academic colleagues, industry partners, and professional bodies. Your engagement will support student success, enhance Western’s academic reputation, and contribute to the strategic direction of the School and Faculty.

What success looks like.

• Designing, coordinating and delivering high quality subjects with effective assessment and feedback.
• Producing impactful research publications and pursuing competitive research funding.
• Supervising undergraduate and postgraduate research students and supporting their academic development.
• Building collaborations across the School, Faculty and external partners to strengthen teaching and research.
• Contributing to School, Faculty and University committees and operational activities.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A doctoral qualification in Biochemistry with strong expertise in analytical methods.
• Demonstrated excellence in research‑informed teaching and learning.
• Evidence of disciplinary research or scholarship with a clear research trajectory.
• Experience supervising research students and contributing to successful grant applications.
• Ability to build productive relationships with academic, industry and professional stakeholders.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Beyond a rewarding career, we offer a suite of benefits designed to support your physical, financial, and family wellbeing:

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state.
• Onsite Childcare: Convenient facilities with exclusive staff discounts and salary packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Graciela Metternicht, Dean - School of Science via sosc-dean@westernsydney.edu.au
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday 13 March 2026.
• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered.