Casual Academic - School of Mathematics and Physics (SCIE1000/SCIE1100) at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Mathematics, Science, Teaching, Tutoring, Feedback, Computer Programming, Collaboration, Inclusivity, Diversity, Communication, Clarity, Student Support, Laboratory Environments, Academic Background, GPA, Research

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About This Opportunity The School of Mathematics and Physics is looking for tutors 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 particularly encourage people who bring diversity to UQ – for example, gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability - to apply for tutoring. Responsibilities Casual Academic responsibilities may include (but are not limited to): Tutoring Marking Teaching Support Background Applicants should possess strong academic background in mathematics or any area of science (including medical / biomedical science), and additionally have good understanding of computer programming fundamentals (conditionals, loops, arrays, functions, graphing). Prospective SCIE1000/1100 tutors should normally be achieving a GPA of at least 5.5 and have completed at least 1 year of undergraduate study. Honours, Masters by Research and PhD candidates are encouraged to apply. Postgraduate coursework students with completion of at least one semester of full-time study are also eligible to apply. What We Can Offer Limited positions for new SCIE1000 & SCIE1100 Tutors. 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 Tutoring 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 Sara Davies (sara.davies@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 Friday 14th November 2025. Tips/Notes New SCIE1000/1100 applicants should request 4 hours of paid work a week. This is equivalent to 1 standard practical and includes the contact and preparation/meeting time. Experienced SCIE1000/1100 tutors may request more hours. International students should ensure they have a visa that permits this type of casual employment before applying for tutoring. Note that the application involved uploading a video explanation in answer to a question (choose between two questions provided in the application). These questions are different from prior SCIE1000 /1100 tutoring applications, so existing tutors are expected to create a new video for this application. Practicals will start in Week 1 of semester and will run for most weeks of semester (one week will be run by philosophy tutors, and there may be a break week in addition to the standard in-semester break). The exact schedule is to be determined. Experienced SCIE1000/1100 tutors can also apply for a super tutoring position – if you are interested in this, please add a comment at the end of your application. If you are able and willing to tutor the advanced version of this course (SCIE1100), please indicate this with a comment at the end of your application. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted and will 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. 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 expected to provide tutoring, marking, and teaching support. They should foster caring, collaborative, and inclusive classroom and laboratory environments.