Casual Academic - School of Mathematics and Physics (Mathematics and Statis at University of Queensland

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mathematics, Statistics, Teaching, Academic tutoring, Marking, Student support, STEM education, Communication, Collaboration, Inclusive classroom management

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About This Opportunity The School of Mathematics and Physics is looking for casual academics who are enthusiastic about sharing their discipline knowledge, who can convey concepts to students with clarity, who are able to provide feedback in a timely fashion, and who are interested in developing and applying teaching strategies to support student learning in a range of different settings. Casual Academics are expected to foster caring, collaborative, and inclusive classrooms and laboratory environments. The School of Mathematics and Physics values diversity and inclusion and seeks to ensure that all members of mathematics and physics communities at UQ feel empowered to apply to participate in such opportunities. We welcome people from all backgrounds to apply for casual academic work at UQ, including those who are LGBTQIA+, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, from different cultures or languages, or living with a disability. Responsibilities Casual Academic responsibilities may include (but are not limited to): • Delivering practical and applied teaching sessions • Marking • Teaching Support Background Applicants should possess strong academic background in Maths or Statistics, and normally be achieving a GPA of at least 5.5 and have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study. Prospective MATH casual academics must have completed MATH2001 (or equivalent), while prospective STAT casual academics should have completed STAT2004 (or equivalent). Honours, Masters by Research and PhD candidates are encouraged to apply. Postgraduate coursework students with completion of at least one semester’s work of full-time study are also eligible to apply. Applicants who have completed higher-level MATH or STAT courses at UQ (or equivalent institutions) will be given preference. Postgraduate professional experience in STEM or teaching will also be regarded favourably. What We Can Offer In Semester 2 2026, there are limited opportunities for positions for new Mathematics and Statistics Casual Academics. These positions are casual academic appointments. As such, there is no firm advance commitment to ongoing or indefinite work. The casual rate will vary depending on the type of work completed. Please view our various casual academic pay scales. Further details are available at the UQ Casual Academic website and the SMP Casual Academic Staff Opportunities website. For further information about UQ’s benefits, please visit Why Work at UQ and review The University of Queensland Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 (Enterprise Agreement). Questions? To discuss this role please contact Dr Samuel Kault (s.kault@uq.edu.au). For application queries, please contact casualrecruit@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line. Want to Apply? Expressions of Interest can be submitted via the Apply Now link. Please provide your details, a resume and complete the questionnaire in full. If you are a current employee of the University (including casual staff), or hold a HDR Scholarship with the University, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board. The submission of your EOI is appreciated as soon as possible however is due no later than 11.59 pm on Wednesday, 13th May 2026. Tips If you want, and are qualified, to deliver sessions for specialist second or third year subjects you should mention this in your preferences. New casual academics should be prepared to take on and should request 3 hours of paid work a week. This will include any preparation, delivery and marking. International students should ensure they have a visa that permits this type of casual employment before applying for casual academic work. Experienced casual academics can also apply for a lead casual academic position. If you are able and willing to be a casual academic in advanced courses, please indicate these in your preferences as well. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted and need to attend an interview. These are usually short (5 mins). Details of interview times will be shared within a week of the job ad closing. Please note limited opportunities are available in Semester 2 2026, if you are unsuccessful you are still encouraged to re-apply for Semester 1 2027. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

Casual academics are responsible for delivering practical and applied teaching sessions, providing timely feedback, and marking student work. They are expected to foster inclusive and collaborative learning environments in both classrooms and laboratories.