Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Physical Geography Full-time

Lecturer Or Senior Lecturer In The School Of The Environment

This is an exciting full-time, continuing opportunity for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in the School of the Environment at the University of Queensland. In this role, you will combine teaching excellence with research leadership, contributing to the School's impact through high-quality coursework teaching, supervision of Higher Degree by Research (PhD, MPhil) and Honours students, and active engagement in service, outreach, and partnership activities.

We are seeking candidates with research profiles addressing interdisciplinary questions in physical geography, complementing the School's research strengths in climate, natural hazards, coastal processes and geomorphology, catchment management, remote sensing and GIS, environmental science, Quaternary research, and sustainable development. Specialisations such as hydrology, fluvial geomorphology, and hydrogeology are particularly welcome.

At UQ, our geography program integrates physical and human geography with geographical information science to develop graduates with technical expertise, critical thinking, and a broad knowledge base. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality teaching, shaping curriculum design, and introducing innovative teaching practices that reflect emerging research and industry developments, while helping prepare the next generation of leaders in the field.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching: Deliver high-quality undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate courses, including fieldwork and innovative curriculum design; provide student support. At Senior Lecturer level: Established record, lead program coordination, and make original contributions to the discipline.
• Research: Develop and maintain an independent research program, publish in high-quality journals, and secure research funding. At Senior Lecturer level: National/international recognition, lead strategic collaborations, and translate research into impact.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise Honours and Higher Degree by Research students; support staff through coaching and professional development. At Senior Lecturer level: Act as Principal Supervisor, lead supervision practices, and manage staff lifecycle effectively.
• Citizenship and Service: Contribute to School and University governance, foster partnerships, mentor colleagues, and uphold UQ values. At Senior Lecturer level: Demonstrate leadership in internal and external service, staff wellbeing, and high-level collaborations.

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

For more information, please contact Professor Steve Chenoweth, Head of School, via senv.hos@uq.edu.au.

For application enquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number below in the subject line.

When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume, cover letter, and supporting statements addressing the 'About You' section.

Applications close Monday July 6th 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-63085).