Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Microbial Biotechnology

Role type:

Full Time (1.0 FTE); Continuing

Faculty:

Faculty of Science

Department/ School:

School of BioSciences

Salary:

Level of appointment is subject to qualification and experience
Level B: AUD $124,656 - $148,023
Level C: AUD $152,695 - $176,065 p.a.
plus 17% super (retirement savings system/pension scheme)

• Industry connected microbial biotechnology role with a balance of research teaching service duties
• Contribute to training the next generation of Biotechnologists with teaching responsibilities in master's and undergraduate programmes in Biotechnology
• Apply now to drive microbial biotechnology research and teaching, bring industry know how to students, and advance translational outcomes.
• Investing in you - 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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Your next career opportunity

You will join the School of BioSciences in an education and research role (40% research/40% teaching/20% service), contributing to the Master of Biotechnology and the undergraduate Biotechnology major in the Bachelor of Science. You will have the opportunity to lead an independent microbial biotechnology research program, supervise higher degree students, and teach the business and commercialisation elements of biotechnology while building industry and academic partnerships.

What you will deliver:

• Lead Research and Research Training: Undertake internationally competitive microbial biotechnology research, pursue funding, publish outputs and supervise Honours, master's and PhD students.
• Teach and Coordinate Programmes: Develop and deliver teaching for the Master of Biotechnology and undergraduate biotechnology major, coordinate subjects and mentor students.
• Build Partnerships and Impact: Foster collaborations with industry, government and academic partners to translate research and support commercial outcomes.
• Provide Leadership and Service: Contribute to the collegial community of the School and BioSciences with opportunities to contribute to decision making through committees at the School and Faculty levels. Promote inclusion and integrity, and support public engagement and strategic planning through engagement activities servicing the larger University of Melbourne community.

You may be a great fit if:

• You have a PhD in biotechnology, microbial biology, molecular biology or another relevant field.
• You possess a track record of research outputs (publications, patents or commercial outcomes) and experience preparing funding proposals.
• You are an engaged educator with experience teaching at the tertiary level and the ability to teach business and commercialisation topics relevant to the business of biotechnology.
• You are a professional with hands on biotechnology industry experience in microbial product development.
• You have experience supervising higher degree students and mentoring early career researchers.
• You demonstrate leadership, collaborative teamwork and a commitment to diversity and inclusive practice.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Application essentials:

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• This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Applications close: 29th May 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.