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Job Description One of the Asia-Pacific's leading music and performing arts schools, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (QCGU) offers a comprehensive suite of professionally-oriented and community-resonant opportunities and qualifications in music and performing arts.
Its current fields of focus are music (performance, contemporary creative practices, research & leadership, production & entrepreneurship) and acting with programs embracing community stakeholders from early childhood to senior citizenship including a comprehensive suite of full-time tertiary programs relevant for 800 students.
QCGU is seeking experienced Lecturers (Level B) to support high-quality teaching and to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly, and/or professional activities across a range of areas within the Music discipline.
On offer are continuing, (minimum 40%) part-time positions in the following areas: Contemporary performance practices (instrumental) Contemporary performance practices (voice) Contemporary creative practices (composition) Lecturer in Saxophone Music Studies (Theory / Contextual Studies / Research Methods) Ideal candidates will be able to teach across two or more areas listed and have the capacity to span a diversity of genres as part of their artistic identity.
These teaching focused positions will commence in Trimester 1, 2025 with occupants required to undertake full academic responsibilities and related administration for the coordination of courses, programs and associated student activities – including regular use of University IT systems to do so.
On campus, face-to-face teaching is required and work patterns for part-time positions are expected to reflect the teaching requirements of the role.
Teaching focused Lecturers are principally engaged with a 70% teaching profile with the remaining work allocation assigned to research/scholarship and service.
Key responsibilities include but not limited to: Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the University's undergraduate, and postgraduate program suite facilitating high quality, student-centred learning activities.
Support high quality learning and teaching outcomes for students evidenced by technology enhanced learning, problem-oriented, authentic learning and assessment practices.
Continuously improve teaching practice through professional development and critical reflection informed by a range of evaluation approaches.
Provide educational contributions through responsibility for academic courses, including undertaking responsibilities aligned with the role of course convenor.
Contribute to the enhancement of the School/Department standing and reputation by promoting educational activities with external communities.
These positions are primarily based at the Griffith University South Bank campus.
As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.
Griffith University's campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
Salary Range The full-time equivalent base salary for a Lecturer (Level B) in the range $110,464 - $131,180 per annum + 17% superannuation.
The total FTE package will be in the range $129,243 - $153,481 per annum.
Qualifications The successful candidate will hold: A doctoral or masters qualification or Equivalent accreditation and standing with 6+ years of experience and/or Significant progress towards completion of a doctoral degree in a relevant discipline or field.
You will also have: Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and to engage students effectively Proven ability to develop and implement innovative curriculum and teaching materials Demonstrated experience in providing academic support and mentoring to students Commitment to ongoing professional development and engagement in scholarly activities relevant to teaching Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary projects A well-established artistic identity which embraces a diversity of communities, performative contexts and musical genres.
Commitment to making music in Queensland matter, both state-wide and as a pivot-point and partner in a region that embraces Australasia, Oceania and East, South and Southeast Asia.
Demonstrated leadership with the ability to inspire and motivate people to be as engaged with music as they are able, both individually and collectively.
In line with the Conservatorium's strategic drive to increase inclusion and equity, identified expertise that speaks to encouraging and supporting students of different abilities or of diverse cultural backgrounds, particularly First Nations, would also be advantageous.
Additional Information Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture.
We offer: Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities How to apply At Griffith, we're committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you're from.
If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.
Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply.
For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.
Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery.
For more information, please refer to Griffith's Modern Slavery Policy.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the Qualifications section above and the position description).
Applicants must indicate their preferred area of focus and highlight areas of interest for exploring broader cross disciplinary opportunities.
Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission) Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.
For further information specifically about these roles, please contact Professor Bernard Lanskey, Director, QCGU at ****** For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54011 and quote reference number REF6359G .
Closing date: Monday, 11 November 2024 at 11:59pm AEST.
All applications must be submitted online.
Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.
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