• Contribute to the research enterprise of Learning Sciences Institute Australia
• Alignment to research area – Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) in Education
• Full time, continuing appointment based at the Brisbane campus

Australian Catholic University (ACU) is an inclusive community which welcomes students and staff of all beliefs. ACU has over 2,000 staff supporting more than 30,000 students across seven campuses – Adelaide, Ballarat, Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, North Sydney and Strathfield.

As valued members of our community, all staff members are expected to have an understanding of ACU's mission and values and to demonstrate an active contribution to them.

The Learning Sciences Institute Australia (LSIA) is a national research institute hosting a team of eminent researchers and international scholars undertaking nationally-funded education research studies with a range of industry partners.

The current position is aligned to the research concentration: Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) in Education.

As a Professor (LSIA) you will:

• conduct research of international standing in the area of mathematics and/or science education with real world applications incorporating technology or design
• produce world class publications as sole author and in collaboration with members of the STEM in Education research concentration
• prepare and submit research grant applications, and actively identify and seek funding from external bodies.

You will need to demonstrate:

• a strong and sustained track record of educational research achievement in mathematics or science research with an applied or interdisciplinary STEM focus
• a successful track record of supervision of research students through to completion
• success in securing national competitive research grants and external research consultancies
• evidence of ability to show commitment with integrity to the Catholic Identity, Mission and ethos of the University.

The University pursues performance excellence and offers an environment where staff are valued and rewarded.

How to Apply:

Obtain the Position Description Professor (E) STEM - PD.pdf. Applicants are expected to address all selection criteria listed in the position description. To apply for this role click the "Apply" link below. Visit Hints and Tips on how to apply.

Total remuneration valued to $202,050 pa, including salary component $171,532 pa (Academic Classification Level E), employer contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading.

General enquiries can be directed to Professor Carmel Diezmann, Professor and Research Director at carmel.diezmann@acu.edu.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Sunday 2 October 2016

ACU is committed to diversity and social inclusion in its employment practices. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups are encouraged.