At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead research and teaching in Stratospheric Physics while managing the Balloon Launching Station.
- Company: Join UNSW Canberra, Australia's top university with a commitment to impactful education.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working options, extra leave, career development, and gym access.
- Other info: Embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in atmospheric physics and collaborate with global space agencies.
- Qualifications: PhD in relevant field and expertise in atmospheric physics or stratospheric ballooning.
The predicted salary is between 161619 - 193354 $ per year.
UNSW Canberra is seeking a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Stratospheric Physics to join the School of Science. This role includes serving as Station Director of the Balloon Launching Station in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, collaborating with stakeholders from CSIRO, NASA, and other international space agencies. The position combines research and teaching responsibilities, contributing to curriculum development and delivery while building and maintaining a strong research portfolio.
Skills And Experience
- A PhD in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrated expertise in atmospheric physics, electronics and/or stratospheric ballooning.
- A proven commitment to maintaining contemporary disciplinary knowledge and developments.
- The ability to contribute to and enhance the School's teaching and research activities.
- Experience managing large-scale projects, including contract negotiations, tender evaluations, risk management and budget planning.
Associate Professor (Level D)
In addition to the above, an Associate Professor (Level D) plays a key role in leading and advancing outstanding research at both national and international levels.
Benefits And Culture
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
Eligibility
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
Get In Touch
For role-related queries please contact: John-David Dewsbury – Head of School, School of Science j.dewsbury@unsw.edu.au
For Recruitment Process-related Queries Please Contact Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Partner h.whale@unsw.edu.au
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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