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Lecturer in Materials Characterisation, Spectroscopy

University of Melbourne -
Parkville VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$124,656 - $176,065 a year

Benefits

Visa sponsorship
Health insurance
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging

Qualifications

Doctoral degree
Research
Master's degree
Supervising experience
Bachelor's degree
Working with Children Check
Communication skills
Teaching
Information Technology

Full Job Description

Role type: Full Time (1.0 FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department / School: School of Chemistry
Salary: Level of appointment is subject to qualification and experience

Level B: $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super

Level C: $152,695 - $176,065 p.a. plus 17% super

Apply now to lead interdisciplinary materials characterisation research, leverage world ‑ class spectroscopy facilities, and train the next generation of chemists .

Access to comprehensive optical instrumentation and university infrastructure with supportive environment to build funding and collaborations .

Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

The University of Melbourne
We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website.

Your next career opportunity
You will join the School of Chemistry to establish and lead an independent research program in the area of materials characterisation / spectroscop y . You will gain access to extensive instrumentation and institutional infrastructure, supervise H onours , Master to PhD students, teach across undergraduate and graduate chemistry subjects, and pursue external funding and industry partnerships to grow your research impact.

What you will deliver:

Lead Research and Funding: Develop and deliver an independent materials characterisation /spectroscopy research program , publish in international journals and prepare competitive grant applications.

Teach, Supervise and Mentor: Contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, coordinate laboratory demonstrators, and supervise honours, MSc and PhD students.

Academic Leadership and Engagement: Participate in School and Faculty planning and committee work, engage with industry and community outreach, and promote an inclusive research and teaching culture.

You may be a great fit if :

You have a PhD in Chemistry.

You are a researcher with hands ‑ on experience in ultrafast laser spectroscopy, confocal fluorescence or Raman microscopy.

You possess a track record of peer ‑ reviewed publications and demonstrated research impact.

You have experience preparing or contributing to competitive research funding proposals and building collaborations.

You are an effective educator with experience teaching chemistry subjects and supervising postgraduate students.

You demonstrate strong communication , collegiality and a commitment to diversity, inclusion and research integrity.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

Your new team – School of Chemistry
The School of Chemistry at The University of Melbourne is one of the largest and oldest in Australia with a distinguished history in teaching and research. The first lectures in chemistry in The University of Melbourne were given in 1856, only three years after the University was founded. Since then, the school has grown and developed and there are presently over 2500 undergraduates enrolled in Chemistry subjects, with more than 150 BSc (Hons), MSc and PhD research students. It has an excellent international reputation in research and an outstanding record of achievement in attracting external research funding. Research in the School of Chemistry covers a wide spectrum from the design, synthesis, and properties of new materials through to protein structure and chemistry. Many research programs sit at interdisciplinary boundaries with physics, engineering, and biology.

Science at Melbourne is a global leader across discovery and applied scientific research and education. Science begins with curiosity, and we are dedicated to understanding the universe from the level of sub-atomic particles to the solar system. We aim to be leaders who positively impact the community locally and globally, addressing major societal issues from climate change to disease. Our discoveries help build an understanding of the world around us.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process .

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected] .

Application essentials:

Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship and we welcome international applicants. If successful, we will support you through this process.

A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.

Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.

Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

For queries related to this specific position, contact Prof. Uta Wille at [email protected]

For questions related to our recruitment process email Oliver Bukasa at [email protected]

For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 27 July 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

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