• Teach, research, and engage in Human Geography focused on rural Australia.
• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level B, $113,934. – $134,824 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Social Sciences offers a rich learning and research environment spanning a number of disciplinary and interdisciplinary themes with a focus on the applied social sciences. As well as undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the School supports an active research program.

About the opportunity

• Deliver innovative teaching in Human Geography, focusing on Australian rural and regional development; contribute to curriculum development; supervise students at all levels; support student placements and assessment practices; and build teaching collaborations with other universities.
• Develop and lead independent research programs with a national profile; publish in high-ranking journals; secure external research funding; and contribute to the School’s longstanding strengths in rural and regional development, economic innovation, and social change.
• Actively participate in School and University service; promote inclusion, diversity, and UWA’s core values; engage with industry, government, and community stakeholders to enhance teaching and research; and undertake administrative duties as required.

About you

• PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to their discipline.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering innovative teaching approaches, assessment and materials for units and courses in Human Geography.
• An emerging national research profile.
• Demonstrated commitment to embedding UWA’s core values of openness, honesty, tolerance, fairness and responsibility in all aspects of work

Note: A current National Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  PD [Lecturer (Human Geography)] [520493].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Amanda Davies at amanda.davies@uwa.edu.au  

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 13 July 2025.

This position is open to international applicants.

Benefits 

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Discounted UWA course fees.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.