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Salary package: $123,435 (Level B.1) plus 17% employer's superannuation contribution and annual leave loading. Full-time, continuing role Based at Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde The Role We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Teaching and Leadership academic in Biology and Environmental Sciences to contribute to teaching, curriculum development, and governance within the School of Natural Sciences.This role provides the opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, engage meaningfully with students, and contribute to the School's teaching mission in environmental and biological sciences. The successful candidate will bring a strong understanding of biology, ecology, environmental science, and climate change adaptation, alongside expertise in curriculum design, teaching innovation, and course planning. They will also contribute to academic governance processes, including curriculum review, accreditation, and quality assurance, while supporting and mentoring academic teaching teams. Some of your key responsibilities include: Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in biology and environmental sciences. Design, develop, and review curriculum and units in line with Faculty and University strategies, ensuring pedagogical quality and innovation. Contribute to course planning, academic governance, and quality assurance, including assessment moderation and results ratification. Support program-level curriculum reform, accreditation, and continuous improvement initiatives. Mentor academic and sessional teaching staff and foster a positive learning and teaching culture. Participate actively in School and Faculty education committees and working groups. Contribute to teaching workload planning Engage students through inclusive, student-centred, and experiential learning approaches. Supervise HDR and postgraduate research students, as appropriate. Contribute to disciplinary scholarship and maintain professional engagement with external partners. Represent the School at University and external education events. About You You are an experienced and collaborative academic with a strong record of leadership in teaching, curriculum design, and academic governance within biology and environmental sciences. You bring demonstrated expertise in course planning, quality assurance, and program-level curriculum reform, along with the ability to mentor and support academic and sessional teaching staff. With excellent organisational and communication skills, you contribute positively to School and Faculty committees, workload planning, and learning and teaching culture, while maintaining active engagement in disciplinary scholarship, HDR supervision, and external partnerships that enhance student learning and impact. About Us The School of Natural Sciences is a multidisciplinary and collegial environment committed to excellence in teaching, research, and student experience. We deliver innovative, research-led education across biological, environmental, physical and molecular sciences, and value collaboration, curiosity, and impact in everything we do. To Apply To apply for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter (no more than 2 pages) that demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria: PhD in biology, environmental sciences, or a closely related discipline (or near completion). Demonstrated teaching experience in undergraduate and/or postgraduate biology and environmental sciences. Demonstrated experience in curriculum and unit design, renewal, and teaching innovation. Demonstrated experience in course planning, academic governance, and quality assurance processes, including assessment design and moderation. Demonstrated leadership, team management, and collaboration skills, including the ability to coordinate teaching teams, mentor academic and sessional staff, and contribute effectively to committees. Evidence of disciplinary scholarship and the capacity to supervise postgraduate and HDR students, appropriate to career stage. Role-specific Enquiries: Associate Professor Fleur Ponton, Head of School fleur.ponton@mq.edu.au. Applications Close: Monday 2nd of March at 11:59pm (AEST)*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received. Why Join Us? Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation over 60 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we have grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today. We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability. Take a look at the fabulous staff benefits on offer when you work at Macquarie University. Pre-Employment Checks Macquarie University/Health cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University/Health. A Place Where You Belong At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework. 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Job Purpose: The Professional Officers Division (POD) houses a centralized pool of academic staff under the Professional Officers scheme. Professional Officers come with specialised and deep technical skills acquired through extensive industry experience. They form the talent pool which brings a much-needed industry perspective to student learning. They facilitate applied learning and applied research in SIT, complementing the academic expertise of the faculty to bring industry practices and applications into the curriculum. Professional Officers leverage on their industry experiences to create authentic learning environments, where discovery and innovation take place. They act as coaches and mentors to students during practical learning activities such as laboratory sessions, Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Professional Officers could also lead or work with faculty on industry innovation projects to provide solutions to the industry. In addition to their role in applied learning and applied research, Professional Officers manage the centralised laboratory facilities and resources in SIT. With Technical Officers, laboratory safety professionals, and administrators in POD, they jointly develop central policies and processes for the safe and seamless operation of laboratories in SIT. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and deliver Food Technology and related laboratory sessions, practice modules, and applied learning activities. Mentor and guide students in Capstone Projects and the Integrated Work Study Programme (IWSP). Lead and execute innovation and applied research projects in collaboration with industry partners. Manage, maintain, and optimize laboratory facilities and equipment to support teaching, research, and industry projects. Undertake leadership or coordinator roles, as assigned by the Team Lead, in support of the university’s strategic goals. Uphold and enforce safety standards and practices in all laboratory operations. Job Requirements A good degree in Food Science and Technology or related disciplines such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or Chemical Engineering. Master’s degree / PhD would be advantageous. At least 10 years of relevant industry experience with proven expertise in food product development and innovation, covering areas such as R&D, process scale-up, and regulatory compliance. Involvement in market introduction and commercialization of food products will be a strong advantage. Proven track record in working with industry partners, academia, or research institutes to drive food innovation. Experience contributing to or supporting industry or research funding projects and translating outcomes into practical applications is desired. Strong grounding in at least two or more food science domains such as food chemistry, food microbiology, food processing, sensory science, or food engineering. Willingness and ability to expand into adjacent domains as part of role development. Ability to design and deliver teaching and training materials for undergraduate and/or postgraduate modules, with emphasis on practical application. Experience in hands-on lab work, pilot plant operations, or technical training is desirable. While a formal teaching background is not mandatory, the candidate is expected to develop and acquire relevant teaching competencies as part of the role requirements. Proficient in analytical techniques for food characterization, e.g., chromatography, spectroscopy, rheology, texture analysis, or sensory profiling. Certification in food safety or quality management is advantageous.

Context: The synthesis of advanced materials such as LiFePO₄ and FePO₄ through continuous stirred- tank reactors (CSTRs) plays a crucial role in next-generation energy storage technologies. Achieving high tap density, uniform morphology, and enhanced electrochemical performance depends strongly on the fluid dynamics, mixing efficiency, and reaction kinetics within the reactor. This postdoctoral position is part of a collaborative research initiative between the Materials and Systems for Nanotechnologies (MSN) and Chemical C Computational (CC) teams at UM6P. The work aims to develop robust computational models to capture the Multiphysics behavior— including fluid flow, heat transfer, and reaction dynamics—governing the co-precipitation process. Leveraging the ASCC supercomputer at UM6P, three-dimensional CFD simulations based on the Reynolds-Averaged Navier–Stokes (RANS) approach will be performed to model two-phase flow behavior and mixing within the CSTR. These simulations will be used to evaluate impeller performance, analyze hydrodynamic characteristics, and identify key synthesis parameters influencing material quality. The resulting models will act as a predictive tool for process optimization and design improvements, providing a foundation for scalable industrial applications. Job Description: The postdoctoral researcher will contribute to the development and validation of computational models for the co-precipitation of FePO₄/LiFePO₄ in CSTRs. The work will involve building multi- scale CFD frameworks that integrate hydrodynamic simulations, chemical kinetics, and thermal transport models to improve reactor design and synthesis performance. Key Responsibilities: Develop comprehensive computational models for fluid dynamics, mixing, and reaction kinetics in the CSTR. Implement advanced numerical schemes and perform high-resolution CFD simulations of two-phase flow. Optimize impeller geometry and reactor design using simulation-based parametric studies. Couple computational results with experimental data for model calibration and validation. Apply sensitivity analysis and optimization algorithms to refine model parameters and improve predictive accuracy. Contribute to code development, documentation, and publication of research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals. Candidate Profile: Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computational Fluid Dynamics, or Applied Physics. Strong expertise in numerical modeling of multiphase or reactive flows (CFD experience required). Proficiency with at least one CFD framework (e.g., OpenFOAM, ANSYS Fluent). Solid understanding of heat and mass transfer, turbulence modeling, and reaction kinetics. Experience with high-performance computing (MPI, parallel simulations) is highly desirable. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in interdisciplinary teams. Excellent scientific writing and communication skills in English. Expected Outcomes: Perform and validate 3D CFD models that accurately represent the CSTR co- precipitation environment. Optimize reactor configurations and impeller designs to improve mixing and synthesis efficiency. Identify optimal process parameters (e.g., agitation speed, residence time) that enhance tap density and material quality. Develop an advanced optimization and sensitivity analysis framework for accurate parameter estimation. Produce research publications in high-impact journals and contribute to UM6P’s reactor design knowledge base. Work Environment: The postdoctoral researcher will work within a multidisciplinary team at UM6P, collaborating closely with experts in computational modeling, materials science, and chemical process engineering. The project will be supported by state-of-the-art computational facilities (ASCC supercomputer) and experimental laboratories for validation. Key Responsibilities: Duration and Application: Duration: 12–24 months (renewable based on performance and project needs). Location: Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P), Benguerir, Morocco. Application materials: CV, cover letter, and contact information for two referees.