Assistant Lecturer

**The Opportunity**

Within the Faculty, the School of Earth, Atmosphere, and Environment (EAE) is dedicated to advancing environmental solutions through research and education. Specializing in Atmospheric/Climate Sciences, Physical Geography, and Geology, the School hosts state-of-the-art facilities, fosters global collaborations, and leads significant initiatives such as the ARC Centre of Excellence for Weather in the 21st Century. Together, we create a vibrant environment for impactful innovation and discovery.

**About the Role**

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Lecturer (Level A) to join the Monash Geomorphology Lab within EAE. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to undergraduate teaching, research, and professional development in Earth Sciences.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Teaching**: Deliver undergraduate courses in at least three of the following areas:

- Introductory-level geomorphology
- Fluvial geomorphology with a focus on catchment hydrology
- Field geomorphology in an Australian context, referencing Quaternary Science
- Programming for data analysis and presentation in Earth Sciences

**Research**: Conduct collaborative and independent research within the Monash Geomorphology Lab, with opportunities to co-mentor research students. Research areas include aeolian geomorphology, arid environment evolution, and planetary geomorphology (e.g., Mars and Titan).

**Development**: Work towards publishing research, developing teaching expertise, and securing competitive research funding with mentorship and support.

**About You**

This position requires you to hold a doctorate in a relevant discipline or a closely related field. As an emerging academic, you bring a strong passion for teaching and research in Earth Sciences. You thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to contribute to the School's educational and research objectives.

**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**

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**: Andrew Gunn, Lecturer in Physical Geography, School of Earth, Atmosphere & Environment, +61 4 3919 1557

**Position Description**: Assistant Lecturer

**Applications Close**:Monday 6 January 2025, 11:55pm AEDT

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