Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Astronomy and Astrophysics

The Opportunity

The School of Physics and Astronomy at Monash University, part of the prestigious Faculty of Science, is seeking a continuing Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in astronomy and astrophysics. We seek outstanding candidates under the broad umbrella of astronomy and astrophysics aligned with the existing directions of the Monash Astrophysics group. 

Why Choose Monash University's School of Physics and Astronomy?

• Commitment to Excellence: We are dedicated to providing top-tier teaching and research in astronomy, astrophysics, experimental physics, and theoretical physics
• Diversity and Inclusion: We are committed to improving the diversity of our staff and students and promoting a culture of equality, fairness, respect, and openness. In 2023, we received the Silver Pleiades Award, recognising our commitment to advancing women in astronomy
• Innovative Research: The Monash Astrophysics group is renowned for its vibrant research programs in theoretical, computational, and observational astrophysics. Our research covers a broad spectrum of astrophysics topics, including star formation, stellar evolution, nucleosynthesis, Galactic chemical evolution, compact objects, gravitational waves, and time-domain astronomy

Requirements:

• Doctoral Qualification: A PhD in astronomy, astrophysics, or a closely related discipline

About Us

The School of Physics and Astronomy and Monash University is committed to creating an inclusive culture in which diversity is embraced. It offers flexible working arrangements, generous parental leave provisions and support for parents and carers, Employee Assistance, and health care services on campus. You can view the range of attractive employee benefits here. There are a range of career development, leadership opportunities and mentoring opportunities. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset.

Our collaborative and supportive environment will offer you many benefits including a competitive salary (including 17% superannuation), possible visa, travel and relocation support for international or interstate candidates and opportunities for training and development. 

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.

Together with our commitment to academic freedom, you will have access to quality research facilities, infrastructure, world class teaching spaces, and international collaboration opportunities. 

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Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents. 

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria outlined in the position descriptions which are linked below.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

Should you require any specific support or adjustments throughout the recruitment process and beyond, please get in touch at [email protected] and we'll be happy to assist.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and/or background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries:

Professor Stefan Maier, Head of School, [email protected]

Professor Paul Lasky, Head of Monash Astrophysics, [email protected] 

Position Descriptions: 

Lecturer - Level B

Senior Lecturer - Level C

Applications Close: Monday 9 December 2024, 11:55pm AEDT