Sheep Industry jobs

About The Team

The School of Agricultural Science at Murdoch University is shaping the future of agriculture through excellence in teaching, research and industry engagement. Our teaching and learning activities prepare graduates to address challenges in food and fibre production, animal health and biosecurity.

We deliver undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, together with research training programs.

Our coursework offerings include majors in:

• Animal Science
• Animal Health
• Crop and Pasture Science
• Biosecurity
• Food Security

The team also delivers minors in Equine Science and Agribusiness.

Our teaching and learning programs combine strong foundational knowledge with hands-on learning through laboratories, fieldwork and industry placements, equipping students with the skills and networks needed for careers in modern agriculture, animal health and biosecurity.

About the opportunity

We invite expressions of interest from candidates with relevant academic and/or industry experience to join our teaching talent register for casual and fixed-term opportunities within the School of Agricultural Science.

• Lectures
• Workshops, laboratory classes and field-based teaching activities
• Tutorials
• Marking
• Animal handling demonstration involving horses, cattle, sheep and pigs

We welcome applications from both experienced educators and industry professionals who can bring contemporary knowledge and real-world perspectives to student learning.

Please register for the talent pool online via the Apply Now button.

The following documents should be submitted to support your application:

• A cover letter that includes:
  • an outline of your areas of expertise and relevant experience
  • subject areas and teaching activities of interest
  • availability for face-to-face teaching at the Murdoch University South Street Campus and/or online delivery
• Your most recent resume (CV) detailing academic qualifications, teaching experience and relevant professional industry experience

This Talent Register will remain active until 31st August 2027

Candidates whose skills and experience align with emerging teaching needs may be considered for casual or fixed-term teaching opportunities as they arise.

Please note:

• successful candidates may be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.
• Visa sponsorship is not available for positions that will be filled from this talent register. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity please reach out to agscience@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105577 as the reference.

Applications for this talent register close on 31 August 2027 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.