• Join the School of Humanities to contribute to research outcomes, outstanding teaching and learning outcomes, and Service and Engagement.
• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
• Base salary range: Level B, $118,150 – $139,812 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The School of Humanities offers a rich intellectual environment spanning Philosophy, History, European Languages, English and Literary Studies, and Gender Studies. As well as undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the School supports an active research program. The School offers an undergraduate major in Philosophy and contributes a significant amount of the curriculum to the Bachelor of Human Rights and the Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics, and Economics.

The successful applicant will produce high-quality research in moral or political philosophy (broadly construed), and undertake tutorial teaching, lecturing, unit coordination, and student supervision in collaboration with colleagues and under the direction of the Head of School of Humanities. The applicant must be motivated to contribute to the academic environment of the School and have a strong teaching portfolio within Philosophy (relative to opportunity).

About the opportunity

• Conduct high-impact research in moral or political philosophy (broadly construed), with potential specialisations including areas like applied ethics, bioethics, critical thinking, decision theory, epistemology, ethical theory, feminist philosophy, game theory, metaethics, the philosophy of economics, political philosophy, and/or rational choice theory.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across a wide range of philosophical topics, coordinate units, and supervise Honours, Masters, and Doctoral students; contribute to curriculum development and assessment design.
• Participate actively in the academic and collegial life of the School and University, including governance, strategic planning, and administrative duties, while supporting diversity and inclusion initiatives.

About you

• A PhD in Philosophy.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to produce high-quality research in moral or political philosophy (broadly construed).
• Demonstrated ability and willingness (relative to opportunity) to secure external research funding.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to develop, co-ordinate, and teach high-quality undergraduate and honours units at all levels in Philosophy in the general area of moral and political philosophy, broadly construed.
• Demonstrated ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles.

Position description:  PD [Lecturer (Philosophy)] [521570].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr Lachlan Umbers at lachlan.umbers@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 16 November 2025

This position is open to international applicants. 

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.