- Join a globally recognized Physics department with cutting-edge research and teaching excellence.
- Opportunity to shape future programs and inspire the next generation of physicists.
- Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
- Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Department of Physics in the School of Physics, Mathematics and Computing is renowned for its award-winning researchers, teachers and facilities. The Department offers broad-based undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Theoretical Physics, Quantum Technology, Experimental Physics, and Astronomy & Astrophysics. The Department’s research strengths include gravitational waves, dark matter, quantum systems, quantum field theory, and medical physics.
About the opportunity
- The Department of Physics is highly regarded for award-winning researchers, advanced facilities, and strong programs in Theoretical Physics, Quantum Technology, Experimental Physics, and Astronomy & Astrophysics.
- Research strengths include gravitational waves, dark matter, quantum systems, quantum field theory, and medical physics.
- The role involves undergraduate teaching, unit coordination, assessment design, and contributing to program development under the Head of Department’s direction.
About you
- PhD degree in Physics.
- Demonstrated teaching experience relevant to the Department's teaching.
- Willingness to teach units in subjects across the whole physics curriculum.
- Evidence of and a willingness to engage in curriculum design and management, to organise online and face to face teaching activities and co-ordinate teaching staff.
- Ability to supervise honours and higher degree research students.
Position description: 
PD [Lecturer (Physics)] [521585].pdf
To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Vince Wallace at vincent.wallace@uwa.edu.au
How to apply
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You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 28 November 2025
This position is only open to Current UWA staff.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong 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.
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