Full Time12 months Fixed term positionBased at La Trobe University's Melbourne (Bundoora) campusTeaching FocusedLevel BAbout The PositionA Level B academic with a teaching-focused appointment is expected to work independently, without the need for close supervision, while contributing to high-quality learning and teaching outcomes.
Key responsibilities include curriculum development, subject coordination, teaching, and supporting students in their learning journey. In addition to teaching, the academic will contribute to the administrative functions of the discipline and undertake scholarly work that enhances learning and teaching practices within their field. A teaching-focused academic is expected to demonstrate ongoing excellence in teaching, aligned with the La Trobe Teaching Excellence Principles, and maintain a strong track record of performance through evidence-based measures such as Student Feedback on Teaching (SFT) surveys, peer evaluations, and other relevant indicators.
Skills And ExperienceTo be considered for this position, you will have:
PhD (or near completion) or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas: completion of a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, or similar qualification/training, would be an advantage.Expertise in health services management, for example, financial management, health management and leadership, strategy and operations management, and project management, and at least one discipline area of public health.Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.Demonstrated competence in teaching and curriculum development.Evidence of innovative initiatives undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives.Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Benefits17% employer contributed superannuationOn site child care facilitiesFlexible work arrangementsDiscounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe coursesHow To ApplyClosing date: By 11:55pm Sunday the 5th of January 2025
Position Enquiries: Deborah Gleeson ******
Recruitment Enquiries: Madeleine Parker ******
Position Description BelowLevel-B-Teaching-Focussed.pdf
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position;A separate document addressing the Key selection criteria located in the PD under the "Essential Criteria";An up to date resumePlease scroll down to apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ApplicantsWe welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
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