Lecturer of Chemistry at University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide, Discipline of Chemistry, invites applications for a continuing, full-time Level B academic position in Chemistry. We particularly encourage applications from women, and from people with diverse gender and cultural identities. 

Applicants should have demonstrated expertise in sustainable chemical technology with a strong publication record in highly regarded scientific journals. 

Chemistry at the University of Adelaide has been consistently ranked well above world class in the Excellence in Research for Australia national audits. The department has two major research strengths: Energy, Materials and Environmental Chemistry and Medicinal and Biological Chemistry. These research strengths are underpinned by an extensive portfolio of laboratories, world-class materials characterisation and analytical facilities that support a vibrant postgraduate research community and partnerships with national and international research consortia.

About you

If successful, you will be involved in both research and teaching within this dynamic group. You must have a strong research track record in an area broadly defined as sustainable chemical technology (applicants with a background in organic, inorganic, analytical or physical chemistry will be considered). You should be able to demonstrate an ability and the potential to develop a vigorous externally-funded research program, and to supervise students at postgraduate level. If successful, you will be involved in delivering a quality teaching program at the undergraduate and Honours levels. You should be capable of teaching a broad range of chemistry subjects, in the classroom and the laboratory. Where relevant, you will have the opportunity to join one or more of the University’s interdisciplinary research institutes, which include the Institute for Photonics and Advanced Sensing, the Environment Institute and the Institute for Sustainability, Energy and Resources.

Selection Criteria

• PhD in Chemistry.
• Demonstrated research excellence and interest in the broad area of sustainable chemical technology, including an excellent publication record, relative to career stage, in highly regarded scientific journals.
• Ability to develop an independent research program, and to establish and maintain research links with other research groups locally, nationally and/or internationally.
• Teaching experience in chemical sciences at the undergraduate level.
• Evidence of engagement with the broader chemistry and scientific community.
• Strong verbal and written communication, organisational, time management, intercultural and interpersonal skills.
• Continued commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.                                    

How to Apply

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Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the position description. 

***Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday 5^th December 2023***

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Prof. Christopher Sumby, Head of School

School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
E: christopher.sumby@adelaide.edu.au

Assoc. Prof. Tak Kee, Head of Chemistry

School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
E: tak.kee@adelaide.edu.au 

***The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified***

Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.