Senior Lecturer, Neuroscience

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Lecturer with demonstrated teaching and research experience in neuroscience to join the Department of Biomedical, Health and Exercise Sciences in delivering the Bachelor of Health Science degree. This role will support our existing major in neuroscience to prepare our Health Science students for future-focused careers in the health sector across various fields. The position will work in collaboration with the Course Director, Department Chair and academic colleagues across the School of Health Sciences to deliver an advanced teaching program.

In this role, you will undertake high-quality teaching and research in one or more areas within the neuroscience discipline. You will have experience in teaching and will contribute to the delivery and development of undergraduate coursework. You will also develop and build a high-quality research program aligned with your area of expertise as well as supervise Honours and Higher Degree Research (HDR) students and actively apply for competitive research grants and industry-supported research projects.

As the Senior Lecturer, you will convene and teach undergraduate units, contribute to the development and delivery of academic programs, and lead a dynamic research program.

About You

• Demonstrated expertise in designing, managing and delivering high-quality curriculum that supports excellence in teaching and learning.
• An established track record of quality research, as evidenced by high-quality publications in peer-reviewed scientific journals and conference presentations.
• Demonstrated ability to attract/obtain external research funding through external grants and/or industry collaboration.
• Professional skills such as academic leadership, resourcefulness, initiative, the ability to meet tight deadlines, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• An established track record in leading teaching and research within the neuroscience discipline is preferred.

Qualifications

• A doctoral qualification in an area of Biomedical science, Neuroscience, or related disciplines. Preference will be given to applicants with expertise in Neuroscience.
• A teaching qualification is preferred.