Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, UNSW Canberra

Employment type:   Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Continuing

Remuneration: Level C from $155,403/Level D from $185,917 plus 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus

 

About UNSW Canberra
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) has a strong and growing presence in Australia’s capital, with multiple campuses across Canberra. UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself through a commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all its endeavours. This distinctive approach underpins the University’s global impact and its recognition as one of the world’s top 20 universities, as well as a proud member of Australia’s prestigious Group of Eight.

A career at UNSW means joining a community where excellence, resilience, and meaningful contributions are not just encouraged, but expected. At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

 

 

Why Your Role Matters:
The School of Science is one of five schools at UNSW Canberra and is home to six disciplines: Aviation, Chemistry, Geography, Mathematics, Physics and Oceanography. We are seeking a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer to join the School and contribute to our growing strengths in experimental condensed matter physics.

In this dynamic role, you will combine research and teaching to make a meaningful impact. You will contribute to curriculum design and course delivery, build a vibrant research portfolio, and share your expertise through high-quality publications, grant applications, and supervision of students. You will also play an active role in the administration and collegial life of the School.

This position will be filled at either Academic Level C or Level D, depending on experience.

 

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

At Senior Lecturer Level C

• A PhD in experimental condensed matter physics or a related discipline.

• Expertise in cryogenic techniques and in performing measurements at low temperatures.

• Demonstrated track record in experimental Condensed Matter Physics research.

• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students.

• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.

• Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.

• Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.

• Experience in successfully recruiting and supervising high calibre students.

• Demonstrated ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning and teaching initiatives.

 

Associate Professor Level D (in addition to Level C skills)

• Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning.

• Evidence of professional development of teaching practice in self and others with the ability to advance and lead an inclusive culture of excellence in learning and teaching.

• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.

• Significant track record in research leadership with outcomes of high quality and high international impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence and deliver research leadership.

• Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnerships with the profession and industry.

 

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

 

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Thursday 2 October 2025 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.

 

Get in Touch:

For role-related queries please contact:
Oleh Klochan – Senior Lecturer, School of Science
klochan@phys.unsw.edu.au

For recruitment process related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant
h.whale@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

 

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.