RMIT University, Melbourne LECTURER IN FOOD SCIENCE AND NUTRITION

ACU Ref: 58981
Closing Date: Apply as soon as possible

• Cutting Edge Research and Teaching
• Apply Modern Molecular Techniques in Food Science and Technology

RMIT is a global university of technology and design, focused on creating solutions that transform the future for the benefit of people and their environments. The School of Applied Sciences is the top performing science research School and has strong international collaborations with a range of Australian governmental and private industries.

The School aspires to be amongst the best Science Schools in Australia for research and teaching in fundamental science and advanced molecular technologies. Research strength areas include: food science and technology, nanotechnology and advanced materials, computational modelling, industrial, medicinal, natural product, and environmental chemistry, biology, plant biotechnology, and applied environmental and medical microbiology. The School delivers high-quality teaching programs and innovative research that addresses ‘real life questions’ essential to Australia’s innovation agenda, while inspiring students to pursue careers in Science.

Possessing an excellent track record in research and teaching in food science in the area of food microbiology, nutrition, food chemistry or food technology, you have led independent research projects and have a record of external funding and publication. Your application displays strong industry engagement and significant experience in the delivery of under graduate and post graduate courses.

Refer to our website quoting reference 546037 to view a position description and apply. Confidential enquiries can be made to Professor Andrew Smith, Dean of the School on +61 3 9925 3691 or Professor Neil Mann, Discipline Head on +61 3 9925 5095. Applicants should be available to attend for interview and selection during February 2012.

RMIT University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. RMIT is a forward thinking employer and values the contribution of all employees. We offer great employee benefits such as: flexible, family-friendly policies; discounted public transport tickets; subsidised gym membership; onsite childcare facilities (subject to availability); additional holidays; salary packaging initiatives and a generous superannuation scheme. RMIT is a forward thinking employer and values the contribution of all employees.