Continuing position, full time opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an outstanding experimental physicist to a continuing position of Lecturer Level B. The successful candidate will work alongside the other members of the physics discipline at the University of Adelaide.  We are looking to add to and/or augment areas of existing strengths in experimental physics around gravitational wave detection.

Physics at The University of Adelaide has broad interests in experimental physics. The University hosts the Adelaide nodes of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Gravitational Wave Discovery (OzGrav), and the ARC Centre of Excellence in Optical Microcombs for Breakthrough Science. The group forms a major part of the university-funded Institute of Photonics and Advanced Sensing (IPAS), and has strong research programs in quantum materials and lasers. The School of Physics, Chemistry and Earth Sciences hosts strong research groups contributing experimentally to the ATLAS, Belle II, IceCube, CTA, HESS, LIGO, SABRE and Pierre Auger experiments. Close collaboration with theorists is actively encouraged.

Lecturer (Level B, $107,276 - $126,894 per annum) plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.
To be successful at Level B you will need:

• A PhD in experimental physics, or equivalent higher degree, in an area that aligns with and/or augments existing and emerging strengths in experimental physics at The University of Adelaide.
• A commitment to excellence in relevant areas of experimental physics, in particular to gravitational wave discovery and detection.
• Demonstrated publication track record in relevant areas of experimental physics in leading academic journals.
• A strong interest in and commitment to the delivery of quality undergraduate education.
• Experience in and/or enthusiasm for the supervision of graduate students.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting.
• Very good verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Very good organisational and management skills.
• Advanced analytic and computational skills, including the demonstrated ability to perform numerical and symbolic calculations.
  
  

Senior Lecturer (Level C, $130,810 – $150,431 per annum) plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

 To be successful at Level C you will also need:

• A PhD in experimental physics, or equivalent higher degree, in an area that aligns with or augments existing and emerging strengths in experimental physics at The University of Adelaide.
• A commitment to excellence in relevant areas of experimental physics, in particular to gravitational wave discovery and detection.
• Demonstrated publication track record in relevant areas of experimental physics in leading academic journals.
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing and an excellent track record relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated commitment to and evidence of the delivery of quality undergraduate education.
• Proven experience in the supervision of graduate research students.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct independent research, in addition to working effectively as a member of a research team in a complex setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Very good organisational and management skills.
• Advanced analytic and computational skills, including the demonstrated ability to perform numerical and symbolic calculations.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs — including significant industry, government and community collaborations — offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature — not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour — provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our core values are honesty, respect, fairness, discovery and excellence. Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity. We are firm believers that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills of our staff.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you want to change tomorrow, act today

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form.

Please submit your:

• cover letter
• curriculum vitae
• statement of research interests
• statement addressing the selection criteria as listed in the Selection Criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Tuesday 4 March 2025

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact either:

Professor David Ottaway,
Discipline Lead for Physics
School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
P: +61 (8) 8313 0998
E: david.ottaway@adelaide.edu.au

Professor Christopher Sumby
Head of School
School of Physics, Chemistry & Earth Sciences
E: christopher.sumby@adelaide.edu.au

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The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply.

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