Job no: 0055266
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time; Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Science
Department/School: School of Geography, Earth & Atmospheric Sciences
Salary: Level A – $83,468 – $113,262 p.a. plus 17% super
About the Role
The Associate Lecturer will teach into the first-year Science Discovery subject, "Today's Science, Tomorrow's World," supporting Subject and Investigation Coordinators and acting as a key link between them and students. Responsibilities include delivering classes, seminars, tutorials, and workshops, as well as providing coordination, administration, and student support through weekly sessions, marking, and engagement activities.
Your responsibilities will include:
Support the delivery of the first-year Science Discovery subject through teaching, coordination, and student engagement. Coordinate activities of the Tutors for the Science Discovery subject, including delivery of some tutorials and lectures where appropriate. Liaise with the Tutors and subject coordinator to ensure effective delivery of subject content. Participate in School meetings, workshops and events such as Open Day and other outreach programs. Assist with the online operation of the subject, including checking subject content and functionality. Who We Are Looking For
You will have excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of explaining material clearly and constructively. You will be highly organised, with the ability to manage your time, coordinate teaching activities, and plan practical work. You will also demonstrate initiative, work well both independently and in teams, and be enthusiastic, adaptable, flexible, and eager to learn and teach.
You will also have:
A higher degree (e.g., Masters or PhD) in geography, earth science, atmospheric science or cognate discipline. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the areas of climate change and environmental sustainability. Evidence of contributions in lecturing and tutoring; and a commitment to teaching and contributing to undergraduate and/or graduate teaching programs. A demonstrated ability to interact productively with other academic staff and to contribute constructively to the activities and administration of the School, the Faculty and the University. A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and respectful behaviour in the workplace. Additional Information
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the ) ^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Oliver Bukasa via email at ******, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
