• Part time (0.5FTE), fixed term 2 year appointment
• Salary range: Level A $72,780 - $97,946 p.a. plus superannuation

School of Humanities

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked amongst the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities.  With an enviable research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to ‘innovate and inspire’ there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top University.

About the team

The School of Humanities offers a rich teaching and research environment spanning the disciplines of Philosophy, Classics and Ancient History, History, English and Cultural Studies and European Languages and Studies. As well as undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the school supports an active research program.  

The Discipline of Philosophy offers postgraduate and undergraduate programs in analytic philosophy, broadly construed. The Discipline of Philosophy is committed to developing research and teaching collaborations with other disciplines both within the School of Humanities and across the University.

About the opportunities

As the Theresa Symons Fellow you will, under the limited direction of the Head of School of Humanities and the Discipline Chair of Philosophy, make a contribution to the discipline of Philosophy through research and teaching.

You will be expected to teach one upper level unit in Philosophy each year, and may have the opportunity to supervise Honours students.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

• PhD in Philosophy (or soon to be completed PhD in Philosophy)
• Ability to independently formulate a competitive fellowship application
• Ability to develop, coordinate and teach undergraduate units in Philosophy
• Ability to independently formulate and pursue research questions and conduct high-quality research
• Experience in independently and/or collaboratively writing high-quality and high-impact manuscripts, and in the oral presentation of results
• Ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels, and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles
• Ability to supervise Honours students
• Motivation and commitment to contribute to the academic environment of the School of Humanities and the discipline group of Philosophy.

Full details of the position responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description.  In preparing your application you are asked to submit curriculum vitae and a document clearly addressing the selection criteria to demonstrate that you meet the criteria. 

Please see the position description prior to applying:  505748.pdf

Closing date: Wednesday, 03 March 2021

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Application Details: Please apply online via the Apply Now button.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce. We celebrate inclusion and diversity and believe gender equity is fundamental to achieving our goal of being a top 50 university by 2050.

• We have child friendly areas on campus, including childcare facilities. Flexible work arrangements, part-time hours and job sharing will all be considered.
• UWA has been awarded Platinum Employer Status for being a Top Ten Employer for LGBTI Inclusion by the Australian Workplace Equity Index (AWEI -2019).
• UWA has also been awarded Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation in 2020.