The University of Western Australia (UWA) and Curtin University of Technology are seeking a highly motivated geoscientist in the area of hydrogeology to lead collaborative groundwater research and training in Western Australia to facilitate the State's strategic needs. The appointment may become tenurable dependent on success of the position and continued funding capacity. The position is funded by the two universities and a consortium of industry and government organisations coordinated by the UWA Geoscience Foundation. The two universities emphasise an integrated global perspective on issues posed by the earth and its environment and have international reputations for research and teaching in geology and geophysics. Applicants with teaching experience are requested to submit a teaching portfolio as part of their application.

For further information regarding the position please contact Professor Lyn Abbott, email labbott@cyllene.uwa.edu.au.

Benefits include 17% superannuation and leave provisions and fares to Perth (if applicable) for appointee and dependants along with a removal allowance. These and other benefits will be specified in the offer of employment.

* PLEASE NOTE: The University will be closed from Friday 25 December 2009 until Tuesday 5 January 2010.

APPLICATION DETAILS: Full position details and selection criteria can be attained from http://www.jobs.uwa.edu.au/ and accessing Academic Vacancies Ref 2997. Written applications quoting the reference number, personal contact details, qualifications and experience, along with contact details of three referees should be sent to Director, Human Resources, The University of Western Australia, M350, 35 Stirling Highway, Crawley WA 6009 or emailed to jobs@uwa.edu.au by the closing date.