Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Forensic Science - [Archived Advertisement]

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Forensic Science

Faculty of Science/School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences

This role is a fantastic opportunity for an academic in the discipline of Forensic Science to actively contribute to our strategic growth plans in the School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences . We offer a supportive and collaborative environment and are inviting applications from academics at Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor level. 

UTS has a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, including a focus on increasing gender equity in STEMM through our participation in the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) pilot of the Athena SWAN program and initiatives such as our Research Equity Initiative and we very much welcome applications from women for these roles.

Headed up by Prof. Claude Roux , The Centre for Forensic Science (CFS), within the School, already has a significant international reputation and we are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking researcher to join our high performing team. While candidates from all areas of forensic science are encouraged to apply, we are particularly seeking applicants who can contribute to one or more of the following key areas:

• General forensic science
• Forensic biology
• Criminalistics / physical evidence
• Forensic imaging, including microscopy and photography
• Crime scene examination

As the successful applicant you will have:

• doctoral qualifications or equivalent experience in an area relevant to Forensic Science
• a demonstrated ability to teach (for appointment at Level D demonstrated excellence in teaching) within a higher education context
• high-level analytical ability, as demonstrated by the capacity to solve important and/or difficult problems in your chosen area of research.
• a demonstrated (for appointment at Level C nationally recognised; for appointment at Level D internationally recognised) track record of research excellence
• a demonstrated ability to teach (for appointment at Level D demonstrated excellence in teaching) within a higher education context
• a record of success (for appointment at Level C/D) or the capacity for success (Level B), relative to opportunity,  in securing nationally competitive research grant.

The Faculty of Science is known for its research quality and impact across a wide range of disciplines, and is committed to research excellence and the integration of research with teaching and learning in the delivery of practice focused courses. With a state-of-the-art campus and facilities, our students are geared to become global thinkers, leaders and innovators.  We look forward to receiving your application.

Remuneration

Base Salary Range: $96,992 to $151,341 pa Level B/C/D

This role attracts 17%superannuation in addition to the base salary and salary packaging opportunities.  The university is a family-friendly workplace and offers employees a wide range of work options including flexible work practices, work-based child care centres, generous parental leave and support for staff with carer responsibilities.

This appointment will be on a continuing, full-time basis, but flexibility can be considered.

How To Apply

Please click on the apply button to be taken to the advertisement on our careers page where you will find links with instructions on how to apply and the full position description.

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team via email at recruitment@uts.edu.au or on +61 (0) 2 9514 1080.

Specific enquiries on the role can be directed to Professor Claude Roux via email at claude.roux@uts.edu.au

Closing Date:  September 26, 2016 at 11.59pm (AEST)