Description:
LECTURER (OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY)
SCHOOL MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$113,918 TO $134,596 PA (LEVEL B)
ONGOING, FULL-TIME, COMMENCING JUNE 2025
Overview
Edith Cowan University is a leading institution committed to excellence in education, research, and community engagement. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and dynamic learning environment that prepares students to make meaningful contributions to society. The School of Medical and Health Science leads research at Edith Cowan University with over 100 researchers and academic staff working across a wide range of disciplines. Such research is conducted in partnership with, or as a result of funding from a range of state, national and international organisations, including the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF), Healthway, health service providers, and industry. Our researchers have strong cross-disciplinary alliances and collaborate extensively with relevant domestic and international organisations to ensure that our research addresses real-world problems and has direct impact at an individual, community and global level.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Lecturer with expertise and leadership in promoting workplace health, safety, and environmental sustainability to join the School of Medical and Health Sciences. The successful candidate will play a key role in educating and inspiring the next generation of occupational health and safety professionals to support the safe work environments and be future leaders in worksite safety in Australia.
The role requires expertise in health, safety and environmental regulations and compliance, risk assessment, risk monitoring and application of critical controls, implementation of safety and environmental programs, and promotion of a culture of safety and sustainability within a range of organisations and contexts. Specialisations in mining, construction, agriculture or emergency response will be an advantage. This position offers an exciting opportunity to teach in leading nationally and internationally accredited courses in Australian and work within a world class research environment within the MARS (Mental Health, Respect and Safety) Centre and deliver impactful research in OHS and HSE in Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
Deliver high-quality lectures and practical sessions in occupational health and safety and environment at undergraduate and postgraduate courses. Develop and deliver course materials to reflect current industry standards and research, using contemporary educational approaches and technologies including flexible online delivery for adult learners. Mentor and support students in their academic and professional development. Conduct and publish original research in the field of occupational health and safety and environment in a range of contexts including mining, construction, agriculture and emergency response . Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary projects and initiatives. Participate in community outreach and engagement activities.You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $113,918 to $134,596 plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to call Professor Jacques Oosthuizen on 6304 5876 for more information.
How to Apply
Please upload your resume along with a statement addressing the Capabilities in the Selection Criteria.
Closing Date:
Applications close on Sunday 6 April, 2025 at 11:30pm AWST.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM CANDIDATES WHO HAVE THE RELEVANT WORKING RIGHTS TO FILL THIS POSITION.
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.