Description:
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School of Veterinary Science
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Full-time Continuing Teaching Focused position
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Base salary will be in the range $112,572.59- $133,381.10 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)
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Based at our Gatton Campus
About This Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Lecturer to teach into the undergraduate and postgraduate programs in veterinary science and veterinary technology with a focus on production animal veterinary science. This will include veterinary medicine and surgery, herd health, husbandry and handling, nutrition, and reproduction for the major production animal species. As a teaching focused position, leadership in curriculum development and alignment is expected, along with innovation in teaching and assessment design and delivery.
Key responsibilities will include:
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Teaching:
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Design and deliver engaging, evidence-based curriculum using diverse teaching methods for undergraduate and postgraduate veterinary programs.
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Coordinate courses; prepare and teach lectures, tutorials and practicals; and design effective assessment tasks.
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Collaborate with educational partners and stakeholders to promote effective teaching and ensure courses are engaging, relevant and contemporary.
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Ensure course quality through evaluations, alignment with industry and educational standards, and support students academically.
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Stay updated within the discipline and engage in ongoing professional learning to enhance teaching practices and maintain curriculum relevance.
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Understand and apply relevant University rules and policies in teaching, ensuring compliance with institutional standards.
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Research:
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The option to combine discipline related expertise (veterinary science with a focus on production animals) and scholarship of teaching and learning to support educational research with teaching impact.
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Develop new or improved approaches towards quality pedagogical practices and activities that are innovative, documented and subject to peer review.
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Take an active role in obtaining funding to support projects and activities promoting improved pedagogies.
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Publish in high-quality peer-reviewed outlets and other appropriate publications and mechanisms appropriate for the discipline and target audience.
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Begin developing a national profile in teaching innovation.
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Supervision and Researcher Development:
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Demonstrate a developing track record of achievement in supervision outcomes for students enrolled in honours, coursework or higher degree by research programs and for junior staff.
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Demonstrate active engagement in the responsible conduct of research, where applicable.
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Facilitate engagement and development opportunities for supervisees, where applicable.
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Citizenship and Service:
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Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.
This is a teaching-focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.
About UQ’s Gatton Campus
Established over 125 years ago, UQ’s Gatton Campus has a long history – from starting out as a dedicated agricultural institution, to being a field hospital during WWII, and to joining the UQ community in 1990. With this history in mind, we’re proud to have made the Queensland Commitment, to break down personal, financial, and geographical barriers facing students to make education opportunities available for all Queenslanders.
These days, our Gatton Campus houses innovative research and teaching facilities in agriculture, animal science, veterinary science and the environment. We’ve partnered with government, industry and donors to invest in major research infrastructure, facilities and technologies, including: the largest solar research facility in the Southern Hemisphere, the state of the art Queensland Animal Sciences Precinct, and over 1000 hectares of farms.
Additional benefits of joining UQ, as well the Gatton campus specifically, include:
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Genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process
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Access to greater research funding opportunities, including grant writing support and post-fellowship contracts via our UQ Amplify initiative
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Recognition of prior service with other Australian universities
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26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
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17% superannuation contributions
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25% discount on eligible UQ Vets services
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Access to our $4.1 million UQ Sports facility
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On campus childcare, medical clinic, post office, and community garden
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Free parking and intercampus bus
About You
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A degree in Veterinary Science or equivalent that is registrable in Queensland. Equivalent foreign qualifications may be considered in conjunction with other relevant qualifications.
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Applicants should possess a research qualification (Masters or PhD) in veterinary science or a related discipline.
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Educational qualifications, such as graduate certificates, diplomas, fellowships or equivalent will be desirable.
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Demonstrated expertise and experience in production animal veterinary science, dairy herd health or related disciplines.
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Evidence of high-quality university teaching in veterinary science, production animal medicine and/or general practice at ‘Day One’ competency level, across a variety of settings, including small and large groups with course coordination responsibilities.
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An emerging profile of teaching impact and/or education/clinical research with high-quality outputs in veterinary science or a related discipline.
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Participation in projects that improve curriculum, pedagogy, or assessment practices of others including projects with funding support.
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Well-developed communication, interpersonal and consultative skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in teaching and learning.
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A profile of professional expertise that complements and/or supplements the expertise that currently exists within the School and the broader University.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, mandatory immunisations.
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 Professor Nigel Perkins (hosvetsci@uq.edu.au). For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
Want to Apply?
All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
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Resume
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Cover letter
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Responses to the ‘About You’ section
About The Selection Process
As part of the Selection Process, applicants shortlisted for interview will be required to present a mini-research seminar and mock lecture to members of the school community prior to their scheduled interview. Research seminars and lecture topics will be provided with adequate notice to shortlisted candidates.
The University of Queensland is committed to ensuring all candidates are provided with the opportunity to attend the panel interviews, however, for those candidates who are unable to attend in person, video interview options will be available.
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.
We know one of our strengths 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. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.
Applications close Thursday June 26th 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-50890).