CareerPlan

Lecturer in Coastal Oceanography

AustraliaFull-time$133k–$157k2026-10-30

Core

Undertake research and teaching in coastal oceanography and marine geoscience, including fieldwork, instrument deployment, and delivering courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Role type

Lecturer (Research & Teaching)

Builds

Teaching programs and research outputs in coastal systems, coral reefs, and environmental change.

Domain

Marine Geoscience / Coastal Oceanography

Required skills

coastal oceanography expertise, coastal geomorphology, reef systems knowledge, marine environmental change analysis, instrument deployment, fieldwork leadership, numerical modelling, large data manipulation, swimming, snorkeling, field logistics

Preferred skills

industry and government collaboration experience

Technologies

numerical modelling tools, data analysis software

Responsibilities

deliver high-quality teaching in coastal oceanography across classroom, field, and laboratory settings; lead fieldtrips and undertake fieldwork including boat driving and data collection; design engaging educational programs; develop a research profile evidenced by publications; contribute to administrative activities; foster inclusive workplace culture.

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC