Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Quantitative Climate Dynamics
Position Details Full Time | Continuing Academic Level B I AU$113,211- $133974 pa | 17% Super I View Position Description Academic Level C I AU $138,124- $158,885 pa | 17% Super I View Position Description Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country /Australia View Candidate Brochure About the Role: Flinders University is seeking a motivated and research-active Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Climate Dynamics to contribute to high-quality teaching and impactful research aligned with the University’s strengths in climate, environment, and sustainability. This role will contribute to undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching in the broad area of quantitative climate systems dynamics, with a focus on modelling and understanding the implications of climate change for ecosystems, biodiversity, sustainability, and human societies. The successful candidate will play a major role in delivering innovative, student-centred teaching while strengthening a research profile aligned with College priorities. The Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Quantitative Climate Dynamics will contribute across: high-quality, ethical research in quantitative climate dynamics aligned with College research strengths; innovative, student-centred teaching using contemporary, flexible and multi-mode delivery; supervision and mentoring Honours and higher degree by research students (commensurate with level) collaboration and engagement with industry and external stakeholders to enhance teaching, learning, and research outcomes This position is open to national and international candidates, and relocation and visa support could be available. About You You are an established academic with strong quantitative and computational skills and a passion for climate science and its societal and environmental impacts. You are collaborative, student-focused, and research-active, with the ability to contribute meaningfully to both education and scholarship. Your expertise could align with areas such as quantitative climate modelling, ecosystem or biodiversity change, sustainability, socio-ecological systems, or climate impacts on human and health systems. You will bring: a completed PhD or equivalent qualification in climate dynamics or a closely related quantitative discipline; demonstrated experience and effectiveness in tertiary teaching, including curriculum design and delivery across face-to-face and online modes; a research track record appropriate to career stage, including quality publications and engagement with competitive research funding; demonstrated knowledge in advanced quantitative techniques, statistical methodology, modelling complex systems, databasing, and interdisciplinary analytical frameworks; demonstrated knowledge of advanced computer coding About the College of Science and Engineering At the College of Science and Engineering, we advocate the power of science and engineering to solve real-world problems. Our vision is to provide internationally recognised science and engineering education programs that are accessible, student-centred, innovative, and impactful. We are also globally recognised for our research to advance science and engineering by creating new technologies that make our world more connected, secure, healthy, and sustainable. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best-practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities. Why Flinders University? At Flinders University, we embrace and celebrate diversity and are committed to achieving gender equality in employment by identifying and removing any discriminatory employment barriers and taking action to promote gender equality in the workplace. We have been awarded Institutional Bronze Accreditation in the SAGE Athena SWAN program, recognising the University’s ongoing efforts towards achieving gender equity. Ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We do not just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders? Ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide. Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at ‘world standard or above’ by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA). 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University’s Researcher Development and Leadership Programs. Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Prescribed Conditions for Employment A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role. How to Apply and Information You are required to submit a CV and a three-page Suitability Statement addressing the key position capabilities of the relevant position description: Academic Level B | View Position Description Academic Level C I View Position Description For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to please contact Professor Corey Bradshaw. Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Tuesday, 31 March 2026. Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted. At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Certification Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm: 31 Mar 2026 At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities. Flinders. Fearless. Flinders University is a globally focused, locally engaged institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. Students are at the heart of Flinders – we’re focused on supporting their exceptional learning experience and equipping them with the skills to succeed in life beyond study. Our touchstone is that university life is enjoyable and enriching for all students, and our campuses are energising places for our staff.
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