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• Advance sustainable seaweed science through impactful research, teaching and industry collaboration
• Lead applied seaweed biology research shaping blue economy and marine conservation outcomes globally
• Full time, ongoing role based in Hobart

About the opportunity

The Lecturer in Seaweed Biologist will join the Centre for Ecology and Biodiversity at IMAS, leading a cross-cutting program focused on the biology, ecology and sustainable production of seaweed. Working within UTAS’s place-based, sustainability mission, the role applies seaweed biology and cultivation knowledge to inform blue economy and conservation decisions for Tasmania, Australia and globally. The appointee will have a strong research track record, experience in seaweed biology (life-cycles and development), physiology, and cultivation, demonstrated teaching and HDR supervision capability, and excellent collaborative and communication skills with partners including government, industry and Aboriginal communities. With a balanced academic profile, they will independently lead research and grants, coordinate a core unit within the Sustainable Aquaculture specialization of the Master of Marine and Antarctic Science (S7Z) in collaboration with the Centre for Fisheries and Aquaculture, supervise HDRs and other research students, contribute to Centre governance and help position IMAS as a national leader in temperate marine and sustainable production science.

What you’ll do:

• Make an effective and sustained contribution to the University in achieving its strategic objectives and fulfilling its operational responsibilities.
• Undertake high-quality research of national and increasingly of international standing, secure external competitive and other funding, publish research findings and contribute to the successful supervision of research higher degree students.
• Undertake scholarly undergraduate and postgraduate coursework teaching of a high quality.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University and locally and nationally with the discipline, relevant interdisciplinary domains, profession, industry and/or wider community.
• Undertake other duties as assigned by the supervisor.­

What we’re looking for:

•  A PhD or equivalent in a relevant field of Seaweed Biology
• Expertise in applied seaweed biology in areas including the restoration and sustainable production of seaweed with demonstrated skills in seaweed life-cycles and development, physiology, and cultivation.
• Strong quantitative skills in data analysis (e.g. R/Python etc.) and experimental design.
• Experience in University-level teaching and learning. 
• Capacity and eligibility to primary supervise HDR students, and a commitment to high-quality mentoring and timely completions.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $155,885 comprising base salary within the range of $114,766 to $133,235 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
  • Resume
  • Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
  • Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
• For further information about this position, please contact Vanessa Lucieer, Centre Head, Ecology and Biodiversity/Professor/Interim Co-Executive Director, Vanessa.Lucieer@utas.edu.au
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• For current UTAS staff, in submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 503213 - Lecturer in Seaweed Biology.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 14 June 2026, 11.55pm 

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

As part of our commitment to a safe and inclusive workplace, employment history and police checks may be conducted as part of the selection process.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to hold Australian or New Zealand Citizenship, permanent residency or a valid visa that enables you to fulfil the requirements of this role.