"Lecturer, Occupational Health and Safety"

School of Social Sciences

• Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment
• Level B: $119,491 - $137,996 + 17% Superannuation

The School of Social Sciences is seeking a Lecturer in Occupational Health and Safety to contribute to teaching, research, governance, and community engagement within a dynamic and interdisciplinary academic environment. This role involves coordinating and delivering subjects at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, using evidence-based pedagogy and inclusive, flexible teaching methods. You’ll help shape innovative curricula that meet TEQSA and professional accreditation standards, while fostering partnerships with industry, government, and community stakeholders.

As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you’ll play a key role in developing world-class research and teaching programs. The Occupational Health and Safety program sits within a school committed to addressing real-world challenges through critical inquiry and applied knowledge—making this an exciting opportunity to influence the future of workplace wellbeing and safety.

How to Apply

Due to a scheduled system maintenance period, applications for this position must be submitted via email.

Applicants are requested to submit a CV and cover letter. The cover letter should be no more than 3 pages, summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description.

Completed applications should be sent to job-applications@uow.edu.au. Please ensure that the subject line of your email includes the reference: 5878 Lecturer, Occupational Health and Safety.

If you have any questions about submitting your application, please contact Brielle Mortimer, Talent Acquisition Advisor on +61 2 4221 4970 or email bmortimer@uow.edu.au.

For further information about this position, please contact Dr Jane Whitelaw, Head of Occupational Health and Safety on + 61 2 4221 5235 or jwhitela@uow.edu.au.

Position Description

Closing Date:

Thursday, 4 December 2025 11:59 PM

*The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.*