Lecturer - Perth, Australia - The University of Western Australia

    The University of Western Australia
    The University of Western Australia Perth, Australia

    Found in: Talent AU C2 - 2 weeks ago

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    This position will undertake independent teaching and research in the area of Microbiology and Immunology. Key responsibilities will include the contribution to the delivery and development of new and existing undergraduate and postgraduate education programs in microbiology and immunology, coordinate and manage units related to your field of expertise and help supervise Masters and Honours students in microbiology-related research projects within the School.

    You will be expected to establish and promote a sustainable research program aligned with the research domain of infection and immunopathology. Applicants in the fields of infectious diseases virology, host pathogen interactions, novel therapeutic strategies, and computational biology (including bioinformatics) in infectious disease are encouraged to apply.

    To be considered for this opportunity you will demonstrate:

  • PhD in an academic field relevant to Microbiology or Immunology or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to their disciplin e
  • Strong track record in research as evidenced by scholarly publications in peer reviewed journals and funding success relative to opportunity
  • Demonstrable ability to deliver and assess effective and innovative teaching to undergraduate students, relative to opportunity
  • Experience in the supervision or co-supervision of Honours and HDR students
  • A track record in excellence in research as evidenced by high quality peer-reviewed journal articles and strong citations, relative to opportunity
  • Some evidence of successful competitive funding applications
  • Ability to relate well to staff and students and contribute to activities such as team and school meetings, strategic planning and program development