Teaching - Tertiary (Education & Training)
Full time
$92,834 to $112,158 p.a., plus Super & Leave
Opportunity to be part of a sector leading program
Western Sydney University has established a sector-leading program to strengthen career pathways for casual academic staff by creating the equivalent of 150 full time positions by 1 March 2025. The WSU decasualisation program will play a significant role in reducing the level of insecure work in the Australian higher education sector. With this in mind, the University is looking to recruit candidates it can invest in and develop over the long term, including training over the confirmation period to support candidates to retain stable, ongoing employment.
Successful candidates will undertake teaching, while also having the opportunity to develop a research portfolio and contribute to the University through governance activities at the School and/or University level.
About the School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment
The School of Engineering, Design and Built Environment is located in the Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Cluster, together with the School of Computer, Data and Mathematical Sciences, the School of Science, the MARCS Institute, and the Hawkesbury Institute for the Environment. Operating across three campuses—Penrith, Parramatta South, and Parramatta City—the School offers a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs. These programs blend advanced academic knowledge with practical training, catering to various career aspirations in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, and Industrial Design.
The School is renowned for its world-leading research, particularly through its key research concentrations: the Centre for Infrastructure Engineering and the Centre for Smart Modern Construction. The Civil Engineering discipline has achieved a prestigious ranking among the top 75 universities globally in the 2023 ARWU rankings.
About the Role
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant academic community and make a meaningful impact? Join the School of Engineering, Design & Built Environment at Western Sydney University as an Associate Lecturer - Civil Engineering! This is your opportunity to shine in an inspiring academic environment and contribute to the future of engineering education through:
Teaching: Develop, design, and deliver innovative and engaging teaching materials for tutorials, demonstrations, and workshops. Inspire and educate the next generation with your creative approach to teaching. Research: Dive into meaningful research and share your insights through publications and presentations. Your capacity for scholarly research will open new horizons and allow you to make a tangible impact in your academic discipline. Explore, innovate, and contribute to groundbreaking developments in your field. Connections: Engage with our dynamic academic community and build lasting relationships. Collaborate with colleagues who share your passion for knowledge and discovery. Your experience in industry and community engagement will enrich these connections, extending your impact beyond the classroom and into the broader community. To be successful in the role, you will need to demonstrate excellence in teaching and a high level of energy and commitment to further developing a research profile that is fresh and relevant to the particular discipline.
This is a full-time, ongoing position commencing from March 2025. This position is based at Western's Parramatta or Penrith (Kingswood) Campus, although travel to other campuses of the University may be required. Please review the position description for further information, including the selection criteria.
About You
The appointee will have proven teaching and research experience in the wider field of Geotechnical Engineering with specialisation in Transport Geotechnics, especially in one or more of the following areas:
Ground improvement and soil stabilisation Geomaterials in construction Soil-structure interactions Deep excavation and tunnelling Transport in porous media If you are passionate about advancing knowledge and education in these critical areas, we encourage you to apply and join our innovative team at Western Sydney University!
Eligibility
Successful candidates will be subject to a two-year confirmation period and must provide evidence at the time of application that they:
have been engaged as a casual academic for at least 2 teaching sessions within the previous 2 years at an Australian Higher Education institution; and hold or have submitted all requirements for a PhD or other relevant Level 10 AQF qualification; and have not previously held an ongoing position with an Australian Higher Education provider in the previous 3 years. Candidates must submit evidence of the above requirements and any evidence they have of successful teaching results, such as Student Feedback on Teaching survey outcomes, at the time of application.
Remuneration Package: Academic Level A $109,861 to $132,730 p.a. (comprising Salary of $92,834 to $112,158 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Position Enquiries: Please direct specific enquiries regarding the role to Associate Professor Won Hee Kang, Director of Academic Program, UG Civil, Construction and Sustainability Engineering, via email
Recruitment Enquiries: Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to Tiana Woodward, Recruitment Advisor, via email
Closing Date: 8:30pm, Sunday 3rd November 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
You must provide evidence of your full-time working rights in Australia at time of application.
How to Apply
You MUST use the attached CV/Resume template with your application. In addition to your resume and cover letter, you are required to submit evidence of your eligibility as per the criteria above and address the selection criteria in your application.
Please note, only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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