Senior Lecturer in Human Anatomy or Physiology

• Full-time, Ongoing position at Academic Level C.
• Campbelltown campus with flexible working arrangements.
• $150,081 – $172,392 per annum + 17% Super.

Deliver high-quality teaching and research in human anatomy or physiology at a leading Medical Sciences discipline.

The Opportunity
You will contribute to teaching, research and academic leadership within the Medical Sciences discipline group. You will design and deliver engaging teaching into the Bachelor of Medical Sciences, using a range of pedagogical approaches and learning environments to support undergraduate and postgraduate students. This includes curriculum development, assessment design and subject coordination with a focus on quality assurance and continuous improvement.

You will support student success through academic guidance, inclusive teaching practices and initiatives that enhance learning outcomes and employability. You will also contribute to scholarly activity and research aligned to Medical Sciences, undertaking projects independently and collaboratively, and contributing to grant applications and research outputs. 

More about the Bachelor of Medical Sciences program is here:

Bachelor of Medical Science | Western Sydney University

The discipline group undertakes research across areas including neurodegeneration, infectious diseases, cancer, drug discovery, medicinal chemistry, medical microbiology and pain. You will contribute to this diverse research portfolio and collaborate across disciplines, government, industry and international partners. Research is supported by advanced facilities including NMR imaging and spectroscopy, high-resolution mass spectrometry, bio-imaging microscopy, genome sequencing and anatomy laboratories.

More about the Medical Sciences discipline group is here:

Medical Science | Western Sydney University

You will engage with colleagues across the School and Faculty, contribute to committees and mentoring, and supervise higher degree research candidates to support the next generation of academics.

What Success Looks Like:

• Deliver high-quality teaching and assessment across undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Lead and contribute to curriculum development and subject coordination activities.
• Produce research outputs that contribute to disciplinary knowledge and impact.
• Contribute to competitive research funding applications and collaborative research projects.
• Support student progression, supervision and positive learning outcomes.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• PhD in Human Anatomy and/or Physiology.
• Demonstrated track record of high-quality research with emerging research leadership capability.
• Experience in teaching, curriculum design and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Ability to support and engage students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to inclusive education practices.
• Proven ability to collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships with academic, industry and professional partners.

Benefits

We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Financial benefits: Access to staff-only products and offers with selected banking partners, salary sacrifice options for onsite parking, and novated motor vehicle leasing.
• Health and wellbeing support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP), complimentary annual flu vaccination, eligibility for Fitness Passport membership, and access to discounted private health cover.
• Onsite childcare: Long day care and early learning services operate at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses. Staff may be eligible for discounted fees and salary packaging, with places subject to centre capacity.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Head of Discipline – Medical Sciences, Associate Professor Christopher Jones via C.Jones@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1618D.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Friday 7 August 2026.
• Working with Children Check: This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.
• Working Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University's online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western

We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For reasonable adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western

This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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