Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Livestock Production Science bei Murdoch

About The Team

This position is within the School of Agricultural Sciences (College of Environmental and Life Sciences) at Murdoch University. Collaboration with relevant research Centres is strongly encouraged, and this collaboration is an important enabler of School and University strategic plans. Relevant Centres include (but are not limited to) the:

• WA State Agricultural Biotechnology Centre

• Centre for Animal Production and Welfare

• Centre for Crop and Food Innovation

• Centre for Sustainable Farming Systems

• Centre for Biosecurity and One Health

Your New Role!  

A Lecturer in Livestock Production Science (Level B) is expected to contribute to teaching and supervision, while actively developing scholarly research and professional expertise in the field. The teaching activities within the School of Agricultural Science include coordinating and preparing and delivering learning activities. The initial research will focus on various aspects of sheep production systems, such as improving ewe and lamb survival through better nutrition and lambing management, reducing stress during weaning, enhancing genetic resilience to environmental stressors and diseases, lowering methane emissions, and exploring grazing strategies for crops and new pastures. In addition to academic responsibilities, this role involves participating in a broad range of administrative and service activities in the College and across the University, and professional activities related to the discipline

A Senior Lecturer in Livestock Production Science (Level C) is expected to make a substantial contribution to teaching and student supervision, while actively developing scholarly research and professional expertise in the field. This includes leading teaching activities within the School of Agricultural Science, such as coordinating, preparing, delivering learning activities, as well as designing and reviewing the curriculum. This role requires a strong research focus on sheep production systems, demonstrated through high-quality publications and supervision of honours and higher degree research students. The initial research will involve leading projects on improving ewe and lamb survival through nutrition and lambing management, reducing stress during weaning, enhancing genetic resilience to environmental stressors and diseases, lowering methane emissions, and developing grazing strategies for crops and new pastures. Additionally, the Senior Lecturer will participate in a wide range of administrative and service activities in the College and across the University, and professional activities related to the discipline.

Please refer to the Position Descriptions below for further details.

• Lecturer in Livestock Production Science (Level B)
• Senior Lecturer in Livestock Production Science (Level C)

What We Offer You!

This Fixed Term (3 Years) with possibility of extension | Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $111,026 – $131,518 for the Lecturer Level B and $135,609 - $156,097 for the Senior Lecturer (Level C) (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 4% increase!
• Flexible work arrangements
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Completion of a PhD in Animal Science or similar field
• Demonstrated experience in teaching applied livestock production at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Demonstrated fundamental knowledge relating to specific projects relevant to the role
• Demonstrated success in generating high quality independent research outputs related to livestock production
• Demonstrated experience in managing different aspects of research projects including collecting, collating and statistically analysing data
• Demonstrated ability to work under broad direction only, exercise initiative in undertaking responsibilities and work effectively as team member
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary approaches to curriculum and pedagogy
• Demonstrated high levels of written and oral communication skills in English

Additional Requirements for Level C Position

• Demonstrated experience and success in unit coordination and curriculum design
• Demonstrated success in generating high quality independent research outputs related to livestock production with national recognition and a developing international profile
• A proven track record of success in securing external competitive research fundings and managing complex research projects.
• Demonstrated success in supervising honors, postgraduates and HDR students
• Well-developed interpersonal skills and demonstrated success in working collaboratively within interdisciplinary and collegial team

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Visa sponsorship may be available for the right candidate.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Caroline Jacobson, Head of School, and quote JR104378 as the reference.

Applications Close on 17 October 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.