Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor to the School of History and Philosophy of Science

• 2 x full time, continuing positions, located on the Camperdown Campus in the Faculty of Science

• Build your research and apply your expertise by contributing as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor to the School of History and Philosophy of Science

• Academic Level B/C/D, Base Salary $127,436 - $207,069 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the position

The School of History and Philosophy of Science is seeking to fill two full-time academic positions at the level of Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science, to join

the School’s vibrant research and teaching community.

We are particularly interested in candidates working in the areas of early modern science, or science or medicine in Asia, or Indigenous knowledge systems. Successful candidates will dedicate 40% of their contribution to teaching-related activities, 40% to research-related activities, and 20% to governance, leadership, and engagement. Your key responsibilities will be to:

• contribute to the School’s research activities, expertise, and impact

• design, coordinate, and teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses

• provide mentoring and supervision to undergraduate and graduate students

• contribute to teaching and learning practice, design and evaluation within the School and Faculty

• engage in leadership and service roles across the School and Faculty

• maintain quality, integrity and excellence in all research activities and outputs.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. We see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor in History and Philosophy of Science who has:

• a PhD in History and Philosophy of Science or related fields including STS, History, Philosophy, Asian Studies, Indigenous Studies

• an excellent research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research (relative to opportunity)

• teaching experience including course design, coordination, delivery, and assessment

• the capacity to engage students and enable a supportive, inclusive learning environment

• experience supervising students at Honours, Masters and PhD level (relative to opportunity)

• excellent interpersonal skills and collegial behaviour of a very high standard.

Please indicate your preferred level of appointment (Lecturer/Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor) in your cover letter. Final appointment will be based on the selection panel’s assessment of your skills, experience, and overall suitability.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter addressing the selection criteria, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Applications Close

Sunday 31 May 2026 11:59 PM