Lecturer In Academic Skills

Reference Number224170 - Lecturer in Academic SkillsLecturer in Academic Skills Academic Skills, Education FuturesFull-time, fixed-term to 31/12/2026, with the possibility of extension. Current UNE Staff: In taking up this appointment, please be aware your current fixed term or permanent role will cease the day prior to you taking this position$107,734 to $127,683 per annum (Level B)Plus 17% employer superannuationSalary packaging options are available4 weeks annual leave plus Christmas week shutdown, per annumLocated in UNE Sydney Campus and available for flexible, work from home or hybridApplicants must have appropriate Australian work rights for the duration of this position (UNE will not provide sponsorship for this position)The University of New England (UNE) is a regionally based, globally networked university renowned for the quality of its student experience and the excellence of its research specialisations. In addition, UNE pioneered teaching to external students making it the most experienced provider of distance and innovative online education.UNE emphasises its people, staff and students' growth and development. We aspire to be a leader in innovation and change and a centre for the Armidale and the North-West communities.Equity, diversity and inclusion are central to the core values of UNE and we are committed to engaging, supporting and growing a richly diverse workforce. From the Oorala Aboriginal Centre at the heart of our campus, to the inclusive organisations such as the UNE Ally Network, the UNE Women's Society, and the many international cultural groups - all will feel valued and respected at UNE.You will embody the UNE values and strive to be Open, Enquiring, Exceptional and Making a Difference. Additionally, you will be committed to achieving the goals embedded in the Future Fit Strategic Plan Future Fit 2021-2030: Personalised Learning Journeys, Empowering Communities, and Building Resilience. About the roleAs a Teaching Focused Lecturer, you will contribute to the innovation of learning, teaching, and assessment, and lead in the design and delivery of education at the University within the context of the Future Fit strategic plan. You are expected to make a significant contribution to teaching practice within the Academic Success directorate at UNE. The UNE academic development, career, and promotion frameworks will support your success in this position.In this full-time role, you are expected to be based at and support all students studying at UNE's Sydney Metro campus to improve their academic literacy, focusing particularly on students from non-English speaking backgrounds (NESB) and international students. As a Lecturer (Academic Skills), you will be responsible for identifying the specific needs of these cohorts and contributing to the development and delivery of teaching in various forms, and helping to create resources that focus on critical academic skills such as writing, reading comprehension, and oral communication in English. Additionally, you will collaborate with faculty and other university support services to ensure a holistic approach to student learning. This position requires a deep understanding of students' challenges in academic language and learning and strong ability to implement effective pedagogical strategies that enhance learning outcomes for all students, particularly those facing language barriers.About youTo be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:Commitment to student-centred forms of learning that support the Future Fit goal of supporting students' personalised learning journeys by recognising and adapting to the diverse needs and expected graduate outcomes of students across all modalities of teaching.Proven ability to develop curricula within a `digital first' environment and deliver essential teaching and assessment required for effective student learning in disciplines relevant to your position of appointment at UNE.Active engagement in professional development and the scholarship of learning and teaching (SoLT) within the agreed UNE frameworks for improving educational innovation.Contributions to governance, management, and quality assurance of learning and teaching that advance the quality and standards of education offered at UNE.Evidence of external professional engagement and formal recognition of achievement in learning and teaching that enhances the national and international standing of UNE and contributes to the Future Fit goal of empowering communities.Evidence of formal leadership of teaching and learning at UNE is appropriate to your level of appointment and aligned with the Future Fit strategic goal of supporting UNE to be a resilient and entrepreneurial university.Perform well in a highly interactive team environment and act as a role model for excellence in academic-related activities, for example, through team-based teaching approaches.Active contribution to other forms of academic service and administration under the direction of your supervisor. About the DivisionThe purpose of the Education Futures division is to drive academic excellence in a manner consistent with UNE's objective to be a leader in the design, practice and delivery of distance and online education, and an acknowledged provider of research and scholarship which addresses issues of importance in a regional context. UNE must be identified as an organisation that successfully deploys digital technologies to support educational access and student success. As a Teaching Focused Academic you will contribute to the innovation of learning, teaching and assessment, and exercise scholarship in the design and delivery of academic language learning at the University.Enquiries and additional informationTo discuss this role please contact Dr Huifang Li, Lead Academic Skills, phone: , email: Closing Date: Midnight, Friday 8 November 2024 Reference No: 224170For further information about this position, please see the Position Statement below. To ApplyPlease submit the following documents by clicking the Apply Now button below:Your application should be comprised of:i. Covering letter;ii. Responses to selection criteria (refer to the Position Statement for this role);iii. Current CV; Commitment to Inclusion and DiversityUNE is committed to building a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians, people with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTQIA+ people. About Our ProcessAt UNE, we are committed to employing individuals who meet the requirements of this role and align with our values. All applicants will be contacted and advised of an outcome. The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencing in this role as indicated in the position statement. 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