Job Description:James Cook University (JCU) is creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally. We now have an opportunity available for passionate and experienced or early career Academic to join our team within the College of Science and Engineering as a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, Civil Engineering. Full-time; continuingAcademic Level B or C $106,593 - $148,787 per annum plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefitsBased at the Townsville Bebegu Yumba campus, Douglas in tropical North Queensland.Level of appointment and remuneration will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. About the College of Science and EngineeringThe College of Science and Engineering is a comprehensive provider of world class research and undergraduate and postgraduate programs in a range of science, technology and engineering disciplines.As part of the Academy, the College of Science and Engineering promotes, supports and administers quality teaching, hands-on experiences, industry placements and research at JCU in the areas of Marine Biology & Aquaculture, Zoology and Ecology, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Planning, Information Technology, Physical Sciences, and Engineering.We are recognised globally for our excellence in research and we strive to ensure that we bring research directly into our classrooms. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs are united by a commitment to excellent teaching, experiential learning opportunities utilising our world class infrastructure and natural laboratories, and a commitment to diversity and respect for difference.Our postgraduate courses offer professionals opportunities to develop their abilities and advance their careers and our PhD program has launched a thousand research careers.About the opportunityThe Lecturer /Senior Lecturer, Civil Engineering aims to consolidate James Cook University's teaching and research expertise in Civil Engineering, aligned with the University's strategic intent to build a sustainable future for people and industries in the tropics.Reporting to the Head of Engineering, the incumbent will build an excellent profile in Civil Engineering, more specifically in Structural Engineering and/or related areas, with applications focused on Northern Australia and the broader tropical world, and make significant contributions to teaching, research, research training, partnership with industries, and services to the Academic Group of Engineering, the College of Science and Engineering, and the University.What you can bring to the roleThe Lecturer/Senior Lecturer will be a promising or proven early career academic who will have great potential to establish a high-profile academic career in university teaching, research, partnership with industries and services. The candidate will have core skills in Civil and Structural Engineering, and a proven or promising track record of (i) teaching in Structural Engineering and other relevant engineering disciplines; (ii) publishing research in quality journals and conferences; (iii)attracting research/consulting funding, and (iv) supervising honours and postgraduate research students. The successful applicant would ideally have a good history of interdisciplinary collaboration and/or partnership with industries that will help build the Civil Engineering program and engage with industries pertaining to the region.Shape your future with JCUAt JCU we're not just shaping minds; we're shaping the future.As Australia's only university established to focus on the issues of Northern Australia and the Tropics worldwide, JCU is dedicated to helping the world's tropical regions to prosper. With our main campuses located in the vibrant and diverse tropics of Northern Queensland, JCU is at the forefront of research and education in some of the world's most critical areas, including marine biology, environmental science, tropical and rural health, and more.Find out more about JCU, our Careers andour locations .Why JCU?JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through the provision of flexible working conditions and many other benefits including;A generous superannuation scheme with up to 17% employer contributions with UniSuper5 weeks of annual recreation leave and 15 days of paid sick/personal/carers leave per yearCultural leave and Flexible working optionsAttractive options for salary packagingFitness PassportEmployee Assistance ProgramProfessional development supportWell-equipped campus facilities including medical, cafes, gym and childcare.What matters to us at JCU?Our People – Our staff, students, and the communities we serveOur Education – Knowledge has the power to change livesOur Place – the Tropics and beyondOur Research – a catalyst for innovation and knowledge generationHow to ApplyAre you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the Tropics.Click the 'apply' button to be redirected to the JCU careers page and follow the below steps:Complete the application form.Upload your current resume.Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success in the role. Upload a separate document in response to the selection criteria as found in the duty descriptor. If you experience any issues with linking through to the application form from an external job board, please try the following link: Applications close on 4 December 2024 at 11:55 PM AEST.For any enquiries about the role, please contact Professor Bouchra Senadji via email at(email protected). About our processAt JCU, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of the role and align with our values.Please visit our Information Privacy Policy to understand how your information is collected, stored, accessed and used.James Cook University encourages people from all backgrounds who meet role requirements to apply. We value and celebrate the diversity of our community and are committed to ensuring our learning and working environment is safe and welcoming.