James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a research focused Lecturer, Microbiology to join our discipline.

• Full Time, continuing |36.25 hrs per week
• Based at our Bebegu Yumba campus in Townsville or Cairns Nguma-bada campus.
• ACAD B: $103,238 - $121,815 plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits.

WHAT YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH IN THE ROLE

This Teaching and Research position, within the Discipline of Biomedical Sciences & Molecular Biology in the College of Public Health, Medical and Veterinary Sciences, and is in the area of advanced microbiology and infectious disease. The appointee supports teaching activities in the Discipline, with a focus on clinical and fundamental microbiology in the Bachelor of Biomedical Sciences and Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree, based in Townsville or Cairns. The research component of the role requires considerable expertise in microbiology, including modern techniques and approaches preferably as they relate to infectious disease.

The position requires the appointee to conduct original research within their research focus areas, preferably utilizing modern approaches to study microbiology and infectious disease, with a focus on illnesses which are important to people in the tropics.  The appointee will become a member of a team studying and teaching advanced microbiology, with close connections to colleagues working on infectious diseases in the tropics utilizing JCU’s excellent PC3 facilities.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

• PhD in a related field.
• Teaching experience at a tertiary institution.
• Demonstrated productivity in primary research activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and commitment to working as a member of a team.
• Ideally you will have the ability to attract extramural funding for research, either through competitive grant funding or through commercial research contracts.
• Innovative approach to learning and teaching.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth – working under the values of Authenticity, Excellence, Integrity, and Respect. We support our people through the provision of;

• A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks of annual recreation leave
• Annual leave loading
• Cash out annual leave and time in lieu options
• 15 days paid sick/carers leave per year
• Up to 6 months paid parental leave
• 36.25-hour full-time working week
• Flexible working options
• Attractive options for salary packaging
• Staff study assistance and paid study leave
• Ongoing professional development support
• Career enhancement opportunities
• Fitness Passport
• Access to online media subscriptions
• Corporate discount on health insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program (coaching and counselling)
• Well-equipped facilities including an on-campus childcare centre and primary school, cafes, hairdresser, post office, medical centre and gym.
• Balance of work and life so you can enjoy a lifestyle that supports a diverse range of leisure and sporting interests.

HOW TO APPLY 

Ready to embark on this exciting journey? Visit the Careers at JCU website and submit your application online. 

Vacancy Reference Number 18753

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