Shape planetary health research and learning at UNSW Sydney through microbial ecology, environmental biotechnology, and inclusive teaching. The appointment is full time for two years.
This Senior Lecturer role focuses on environmental One Health microbiology and microbial connectivity across environmental, plant, and animal-associated systems. You will develop research outputs, grant applications, partnerships, and research-led learning in microbiology, microbial ecology, genomics, One Health, or planetary health. The position supports curriculum innovation and academic supervision.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish research in environmental One Health microbiology
- Connect microbial diversity and function across health systems
- Collaborate with government, industry, communities, and research organisations
- Contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate microbiology teaching
- Supervise HDR students and support academic development
Requirements:
- PhD in microbial ecology, microbiome science, or related discipline
- Demonstrated expertise in microbial ecology and evolution
- Experience with fieldwork, metagenomics, bioinformatics, or ecological modelling
- Capacity for inclusive, research-led learning and course development
- Understanding of biosafety, biosecurity, ecological risk, and data stewardship
Apply microbial ecology, planetary health research, and cooperative teaching to develop impactful academic work at UNSW.
📌 Senior Lecturer Microbial Ecology Planetary Health (Montreal)
🏢 UNSW
📍 Montreal