Senior Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences (University of Queensland)

Multiple Full-time (100%), continuing positions Base salary: Academic Level B $117,120.53 - $138,769.70 + 17% Superannuation Base salary: Academic Level C $143,099.52 - $164,748.70 + 17% Superannuation Location: Based at our picturesque St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity The School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS), within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland (UQ), is one of Australia’s largest and most research-intensive biomedical schools. We are seeking motivated and collaborative academics to strengthen our teaching and research programs through continuing (tenure-track equivalent) appointments at Academic Level B (Lecturer) or Level C (Senior Lecturer). These positions are balanced teaching and research roles in the broadly defined discipline of Biomedical Sciences, with candidates from anatomy, physiology and/or developmental biology particularly encouraged to apply. You will contribute to high-quality research, inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists through teaching and research supervision, and actively participate in academic life of the School. Multiple positions may be offered, depending on experience and expertise of the applicants. Key Responsibilities Teaching Deliver and coordinate high-quality lectures, tutorials, and practicals across undergraduate, Honours, and postgraduate programs. Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and student guidance. Follow University teaching policies. Research Develop and maintain a research program in Biomedical Sciences. Publish in reputable journals and present at conferences. Seek and manage external funding. Collaborate with colleagues, students, and external partners. Supervision and Researcher Development Supervise and mentor Honours and Higher Degree by Research students. Promote responsible research conduct. Provide guidance, feedback, and professional development. Citizenship and Service Contribute to School committees and decision-making. Foster internal and external partnerships. Provide collegial support and mentoring. Undertake administrative responsibilities. Uphold UQ values. This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. For further information, please click here to view the full appointment booklet. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You Completion of a PhD in a relevant discipline. An established research profile in Biomedical Sciences with national recognition and a developing international profile. A strong record of publishing in reputable refereed journals and presenting at conferences. Demonstrated experience seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding (commensurate with opportunity). Experience delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate, Honours and postgraduate settings. A track record of curriculum development, course coordination and continuous innovation in teaching. A growing record of supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students to successful completion. A growing record of meaningful internal service roles and contributions to external academic or professional activities. In addition to the above, an appointment at Level C will require evidence of an established international research profile, successful leadership of competitive research funding, supervisory leadership of HDR students, and significant contributions to academic leadership and service. Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia & qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Maddy Flaherty at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au. Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60354). If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

Multiple Full-time (100%), continuing positions

Base salary: Academic Level B $117,120.53 - $138,769.70 + 17% Superannuation
Base salary: Academic Level C $143,099.52 - $164,748.70 + 17% Superannuation

Location: Based at our picturesque St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The School of Biomedical Sciences (SBMS), within the Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences at The University of Queensland (UQ), is one of Australia’s largest and most research-intensive biomedical schools. We are seeking motivated and collaborative academics to strengthen our teaching and research programs through continuing (tenure-track equivalent) appointments at Academic Level B (Lecturer) or Level C (Senior Lecturer).

These positions are balanced teaching and research roles in the broadly defined discipline of Biomedical Sciences, with candidates from anatomy, physiology and/or developmental biology particularly encouraged to apply. You will contribute to high-quality research, inspire the next generation of biomedical scientists through teaching and research supervision, and actively participate in academic life of the School. Multiple positions may be offered, depending on experience and expertise of the applicants.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching

Deliver and coordinate high-quality lectures, tutorials, and practicals across undergraduate, Honours, and postgraduate programs.
Contribute to curriculum design, assessment, and student guidance.
Follow University teaching policies.

Research

Develop and maintain a research program in Biomedical Sciences.
Publish in reputable journals and present at conferences.
Seek and manage external funding.
Collaborate with colleagues, students, and external partners.

Supervision and Researcher Development

Supervise and mentor Honours and Higher Degree by Research students.
Promote responsible research conduct.
Provide guidance, feedback, and professional development.

Citizenship and Service

Contribute to School committees and decision-making.
Foster internal and external partnerships.
Provide collegial support and mentoring.
Undertake administrative responsibilities.
Uphold UQ values.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

For further information, please click here to view the full appointment booklet.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, access to exclusive internal-only vacancies, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

Completion of a PhD in a relevant discipline.
An established research profile in Biomedical Sciences with national recognition and a developing international profile.
A strong record of publishing in reputable refereed journals and presenting at conferences.
Demonstrated experience seeking, obtaining and managing external research funding (commensurate with opportunity).
Experience delivering high-quality teaching across undergraduate, Honours and postgraduate settings.
A track record of curriculum development, course coordination and continuous innovation in teaching.
A growing record of supervision of Honours and Higher Degree by Research students to successful completion.
A growing record of meaningful internal service roles and contributions to external academic or professional activities.

In addition to the above, an appointment at Level C will require evidence of an established international research profile, successful leadership of competitive research funding, supervisory leadership of HDR students, and significant contributions to academic leadership and service.

Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia & qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We may support you with obtaining employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Talent Acquisition Advisor, Maddy Flaherty at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

Resume
Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au.

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

Applications close Wednesday 11th February 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60354).

If you apply for this position please say you saw it on Bioloxy

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