Lecturer - Geographic Information Science

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, outlines the University's commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.For more information click here - .Our school

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aims to create exceptional graduates making a global impact on the health industry.The School of Environmental and Life Sciences is one of five Schools within the College of Engineering Science and Environment. As the largest School in the College, the School of Environmental and Life Sciences (SELS) offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The School maintains numerous internationally significant research activities with substantial numbers of higher degree research students, as well as excellent research facilities.Be challenged and imagine with usThe School of Environmental & Life Sciences is seeking to appoint a Lecturer with teaching and research expertise in Geographic Information Science (GIS) and spatial modelling analytics. Based within the Discipline of Earth Science, you will be joining a young, vibrant, and growing Earth Science department with recently appointed academics with expertise in hydrogeology, ocean and coastal geoscience and remote sensing.This is a fantastic opportunity to bring a Geographic Information Science focus on applications in hydrology/surface water, geomorphology, rivers and connected landscapes, biogeography, vegetation science, and/or Indigenous physical geography and establish a research program complementary to existing research strengths in the discipline.How will you inspire usThe successful candidates will have:

• Completed undergraduate or postgraduate training in spatial Information Science and a doctoral qualification in earth science, environmental science, spatial Information Science, or related area.
• Demonstrated record of publication in high-quality outlets including evidence of international and national research collaborations and/or partnerships.
• Skills and experience in active supervision of honours, masters, and/or Higher Degree by Research postgraduate research projects.
• Demonstrate recent ability to undertake high quality and state-of-the art undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching indicated by internal and external surveys and outcomes for students.
• Demonstrate recent ability to contribute at undergraduate, honours, and postgraduate levels, taking responsibility for the preparation and delivery of course modules and coordinating one or more courses.
• Ability to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles, sharing academic service responsibilities, contributing to outcomes of internal committees, and developing external collaborations.

Additional desirable attributes include:

• Skills and experience in data science using Python and/or R programming languages for both research and teaching purposes.
• Experience using site scale spatial data and spatial modelling methods, in particular, drone data with application to hydrology/surface water, geomorphology, rivers and connected landscapes, biogeography, vegetation science, and/or Indigenous physical geography.
• A CASA RePL Licence

Female targetedAs part of the University's commitment to increasing the number of women in underrepresented areas such as STEMM, this role is targeted towards female candidates. Please note that both male and female candidates can apply, however priority will be given to female candidates who can demonstrate they successfully meet the selection criteria. The University currently holds an exemption under Section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW) in relation to its targeted recruiting programs.What we offerIn addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.These include:

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University's

); * 17% super and salary packaging;

• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs.

For information on our employee benefits please visit .Your next stepsPlease visit for a guide on how to apply for a role. It's important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application.If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click 'Apply' to reach the University's website, where copies of the Position Descriptions can be accessed. Please download the relevant copy before commencing your application.Your application must include:

• Your ORCID ID (if relevant)
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
• A Cover Letter:
• outlining your interest in the role include contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.
• Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.Your Cover Letter should not exceed 1 page and Response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria should not exceed 4 pages.For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the relevant Position Description for which you are applying (available in the Related Documents section below).For specific position enquiries, please contact Associate Professor Hannah Power, Head of Discipline of Earth Science, School of Environmental and Life Sciences via email at or on (02) 4921 5606.Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us:Move to NewcastleA move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.Visit the site to imagine your future in Newcastle.Closing date: Tuesday, 4th June at 11.59pm AEDT (GMT+11)We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.#LI-CH1CompanyOur vision to become a world-leading university for our regions will take passion and perseverance. We can't do it without you.The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, outlines the University's commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.We are looking for people to join our university and bring their global expertise to our region, and to take their impactful research to the world with us.We are driven by our inclusive focus and are proud of our five-star rating for social equity. We are among the first 15 universities in Australia to receive the Bronze Award under the Athena Swan Charter and we're striving to achieve Silver.College of Engineering, Science and EnvironmentThe University's (CESE) brings together expertise in engineering, environment, and the sciences to deliver life ready graduates and transformative solutions to our region and the world. CESE strives for excellence, innovation and equity in teaching, education, research and partnerships. We are global leaders uncovering new knowledge, creating revolutionary technology, and delivering innovative teaching.The is one of the most research-intensive Schools within the University. The School consists of four discipline groupings:

• Civil and Environmental Engineering and Surveying
• Chemical and Renewable Energy Engineering
• Aerospace Systems, Electrical, Computer Systems
• Mechanical and Mechatronics Engineering

The School is home to many leading-edge research centres and has strong links with industry through sponsored undergraduate students and research collaborations. It is highly research active, contributing substantially to the overall research inputs and outputs of the CESE. This is reflected in the 2018 Excellence in Research in Australia outcomes where Electrical, Civil, Mechanical and Resource Engineering codes all received an ERA5.Currently we have 8 positions available within the School of Engineering. For more information please see links to positions below or visitCompany info Telephone +(61)249215000 Location UNIVERSITY DRIVE
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