Lecturer - Solar and Stellar Physics

Opportunity to join a globally competitive research environment within the Centre for Space Physics and Discipline of Physics
- Lively, passionate and internationally recognised team
- Competitive salary, flexible working, 17% super and so much more

**Category**:Academic Level B

**Base Salary**:$117,226 - $139,207 plus 17% superannuation

**Position**: Full-time, fixed term

**Location**:Callaghan Campus

**Our university**

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s _Looking Ahead_ Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

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**Our school**

The School of Information and Physical Sciences (SIPS) accommodates the disciplines of Mathematics, Data Science and Statistics, Computing and Information Technology, and Physics. The vision of SIPS is aligned with the University's strategic plan "Looking Ahead" and aims to provide a transformative, modern and relevant learning experience where students acquire practical skills, leading to work and life-ready graduates. Research at the School is of a quality that is 'well above world standard' and is relevant, collaborative, interdisciplinary and impactful. The school is dedicated to diversity, equity and social justice, while embracing our Indigenous culture in all aspects of its work.

**Be challenged and imagine with us**

This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a lively, passionate and internationally recognised Physics discipline committed to gender diversity through curriculum development, community engagement, and excellent student engagement.

**How will you inspire us**
- A PhD in Physics or equivalent relevant field.
- Demonstrated recent experience in an academic role delivering results in research and innovation, teaching and learning, and service and engagement.
- Strong research track record (relative to opportunity) in an area relevant to Solar and Stellar Physics.
- Demonstrated ability to lead/undertake collaborative research (academic and industry).
- Demonstrated experience in developing and delivering courses in Physics (including first year courses) in a variety of teaching modes.
- Demonstrated experience in aligning personal and organisational research strategies, and producing research outputs.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills including the ability to participate in a team environment demonstrating clear communication and mutual respect.
- Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.
- For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description._

**What we offer**

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.

These include:

- flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
- 17% super and salary packaging;
- additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
- discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
- wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.

**Your next steps**

**_ Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit._**
- Your ORCID ID (if relevant)
- A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
- A Cover Letter:

- outlining your interest in the role
- include contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
- A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.
- Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.

**Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document**.

Your Cover Letter should not exceed 1 page and Response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria should not exceed 4 pages.

**Move to Newcastle**

A move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.

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**Closing date: 8**th** May, 2