Lecturer in Radio Astronomy

• A full-time Level B continuing position, located on the Camperdown Campus at the School of Physics

• Exciting opportunity to join one of the leading physics schools in the country, with outstanding staff and students undertaking world-leading teaching and research

• Base Salary $132,533 - $157,381 + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The School of Physics at the University of Sydney is currently seeking applications from exceptional candidates for the position of Lecturer in Radio Astronomy to meet the School’s strategic research objectives in radio astronomy and teaching objectives in physics. The position is outlined below.

Lecturer in Radio Astronomy

The successful applicant will establish a new research program in radio astronomy that takes advantage of the opportunities offered by the SKA Observatory telescope; broadens the current activities in radio astronomy within the School of Physics; and complements the research directions currently pursued by members of the Sydney Institute for Astronomy (SIfA). While all areas of radio astronomy relevant to the SKA Observatory will be considered, we are particularly interested in candidates with interests and expertise in any of the following areas: extragalactic radio spectral-line and continuum surveys, multiwavelength studies of active galaxies or galaxy evolution, studies of the intergalactic or circum-galactic medium, or cosmology.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• contribute to outstanding teaching and learning in Physics

• demonstrate research excellence, develop a program of original research, and pursue external funding to support this research

• develop research collaborations within Australia and internationally

• participate in research student supervision at the undergraduate and postgraduate level

• contribute to a positive, supportive and inclusive research environment within the Sydney Institute for Astronomy and the wider School of Physics

• contribute to engagement and service/administrative activities of the School of Physics and Faculty of Science

• contribute to and help shape the strategic goals of School and Faculty.

To learn more about the Sydney Institute for Astronomy in the School of Physics, click here. If you have questions about the research focus of this position, please contact Prof. Elaine Sadler or Prof. Tara Murphy.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Lecturer who has:

• a PhD or other research doctorate in a relevant field;

• a strong track record of research in astrophysics, with at least 2 years of postdoctoral experience;

• the skill to clearly express ideas and communicate within a team environment; · experience in and/or commitment to university-level teaching, including lecturing and course development;

• demonstrated vision and progress toward your own independent research program of original, high-quality, research. A track record of external funding success is an advantage;

• demonstrated leadership potential and the ability to motivate junior members of your team;

• evidence of developing capacity to contribute to governance, administration, and leadership in the higher education sector.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Simon Drew, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected]

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Applications Close

Sunday 11 October 2026 11:59 PM