Ref 4378/24 Associate Professor/Professor in Forensic Science, School of Science

• 1 x Full -time, Ongoing position based at Hawkesbury Campus
• Associate Professor Remuneration: - $202,792 to $222,734 p.a.| Professor Remuneration: $259,309 p.a. Including Super & Leave Loading
• Be part of an organisation that’s ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide

·      1 x Full -time, Ongoing position –  Associate Professor or Professor in Forensic Science
·      Based at Hawkesbury Campus About Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia’s fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence. Our Schools teach an array of programs and degrees carefully structured to meet the demands of future industry. The University is ranked in the top 2% of universities worldwide, with over 85% of its assessed research rated at ‘World Standard’ or above. In 2022, 2023, and 2024 the University was placed 1st worldwide and in Australia for its commitment to the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals in the Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings. Our core values - Boldness, Fairness, Integrity, and Excellence – serve as guiding principles for our organisational culture and influence the work we do. If you are a dedicated and forward-thinking professional seeking a career that can make a meaningful difference, we invite you to discover the abundant opportunities, innovation, and impact that await you at Western Sydney University. About School of Science
The School of Science is a large and comprehensive school with learning, teaching and research excellence encompassing a wide range of biological, chemical, environmental, food, forensic, medical, nutritional and physical sciences, including agriculture and astronomy. Our School is dedicated to educating tomorrow’s graduates in a dynamic and adaptive environment, offering a variety of bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. With state-of-the-art facilities at our Campbelltown, Hawkesbury, Parramatta, and Penrith campuses, along with comprehensive online activities, we ensure a robust educational experience. Our research-led teaching, supported by cutting-edge educational technologies, contributes significantly to the University’s high ERA rankings. We collaborate extensively with other schools, research institutes, and global partners. Our programs feature a wide range of majors, minors, and interdisciplinary offerings, with pathways to advanced degrees. Through work-integrated learning, we prepare graduates to excel in a rapidly evolving world. Join us in our vision to be a leader in engaged research, producing impactful outcomes and fostering strong partnerships in Western Sydney and beyond. About the role
The School of science is seeking to appoint an Associate Professor or Professor in Forensic Science to this senior academic leadership role. This position requires a forward thinking, contemporary, and innovative leader to take on the role. Appointees at Level D (Associate Professor) 
In this role, you will make significant contributions to the research and teaching efforts of the School and University, including the supervision of honours and postgraduate research students. You are expected to provide leadership and foster excellence in research relevant to your discipline area. Appointees at Level E (Professor) 
Will lead the forensic science program, fostering excellence in research, teaching, professional activities, and development within the forensic discipline both within the School and in collaboration with other organisational units and external partners. They will exercise a special responsibility in providing leadership and fostering excellence in research, teaching, professional activities, and policy development relevant to their discipline area. The appointee is expected to play an active role in maintaining academic standards, developing educational policy, and curriculum areas within the discipline. Additionally, they will contribute to the strategic directions of the School and participate in the governance processes of the University. Appointees (at both levels) will have a distinguished track record of research in the Forensic Sciences (demonstrated by publications in high impact journals, successful grant applications and links with external bodies including industry, government and community); expertise to teach the breadth of the forensic science curriculum and demonstrated experience in research training at the postgraduate level. The position holder will contribute to and strengthen the existing WSU forensic curriculum (both undergraduate and postgraduate coursework) and research activities and contribute to the strategic directions of the School through active participate in governance roles and outreach activities of the School and University.  About You
The successful candidate will provide leadership in the teaching, design, and delivery of subjects within relevant programs, actively enhancing the student experience and facilitating the transition of students into professional and research training. They will participate in curriculum activities, ensuring leadership in program and subject development, implementation, and evaluation. The role includes supervising masters and higher degree research students and projects, developing a robust research profile, leading a research culture with successful competitive grant activity, and publishing high-quality research papers. Additionally, the candidate will contribute to the leadership within the School/Discipline, attend meetings, serve on the Research Committee, and take a leadership role in the School’s research. They will build in-depth relationships with industry and professional bodies, contribute to governance in professional, government, and community bodies, and actively pursue personal professional development while mentoring early and mid-career colleagues. Participation in the administration of the Forensic Science postgraduate program and active involvement in University and School events are also expected. Culture 
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We have a proud history of doing so and consider this an important part of our social and civic responsibilities as a University. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally. If you share our passion for creating a more equitable and inclusive world, and if you are ready to contribute to meaningful change, join us in our mission to promote equity, inclusiveness, and wellbeing. 
 
What We Offer in Return
At Western Sydney University, we deeply value our staff and recognise their invaluable contributions that drive our mission and uphold our values. In return for your dedication, we offer:

• 17% super contributions
• Access to staff benefits – e.g. health and fitness programs such as fitness passport, café and restaurant deals, and many other goods and services
• Professional development opportunities

Applicants should be aware that this role will be based at Hawkesbury campus, however as Western Sydney University is a multi-campus university travel to other campuses may be required when operational needs arise. If this sounds like an opportunity for you, we want to hear from you! Apply now ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application. Please review the position description for further information. Remuneration Packages:
ACADEMIC D – Associate Professor $202,792 to $222,734 p.a. (comprising Salary of $171, 829 to $188,873 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading) ACADEMIC E – Professor $259,309 to $268,332 p.a. (comprising Salary of $220,134 to $227,846 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please email at [email protected] Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the Recruitment Team at [email protected] Closing Date: 8:30 pm on Sunday  24 November 2024 Immigration Sponsorship 
Employer Visa sponsorship will be provided if required. Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted. Click here to view Position Description Opens in new window