Organisation/Company:
WESTERN SYDNEY UNIVERSITY
Research Field:
Sociology, Ethics in health sciences
Researcher Profile:
Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)
Country:
Australia
Application Deadline:
17 Nov 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)
Type of Contract:
Permanent
Job Status:
Full-time
Offer Description
1 x Full-time, Ongoing position commencing January 2025
Based at Campbelltown Campus
About Western Sydney University
Western Sydney University is a modern, forward-thinking, research-led university, located in the heart of Australia's fastest-growing, economically significant region. The University has 11 campuses in Sydney, as well as campuses in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, and Surabaya, Indonesia, with plans for two campuses in India. With over 200,000 alumni, almost 50,000 students, and approximately 3,500 staff, the University promotes a dynamic, inclusive, and innovative culture focused on research and dedicated to student-centered excellence.
About School of Health Sciences
We are committed to educating tomorrow's graduates in an environment that is contemporary, challenging, and adaptive to a rapidly evolving world. Our teaching programs are intrinsically interdisciplinary, covering a broad range of professional disciplines in both clinical and non-clinical health sciences, as well as sport-related disciplines.
About the role
We are seeking a forward-thinking, dynamic, and innovative scholar to join our team as a Senior Lecturer (Level C) or Associate Professor (Level D) in the field of Speech Pathology. The successful candidate may also be considered for a leadership role within our Speech Pathology program. The appointee will bring expertise and experience across various areas of Speech Pathology education and will provide high-level academic leadership within the discipline.
In this role, you will be involved in the development, implementation, and teaching of our Speech Pathology program. You will also conduct research, secure nationally recognised research grants, and supervise undergraduate (Honours) and postgraduate (Masters and PhD) students. Your contributions will be vital in advancing our Speech Pathology research and fostering collaborations within the School of Health Sciences and across the University.
About You
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in Speech Pathology, including curriculum development, accreditation processes, and general academic leadership within the School. They will deliver seminars and learning opportunities to academic staff, fostering peer mentorship. Expertise in coordinating, preparing, delivering, and evaluating teaching subjects, incorporating contemporary methods such as technology-enabled learning, is essential.
Experience in curriculum development, including leadership in program and subject development, implementation, and evaluation, is crucial. The candidate will lead and participate in research, contributing to building a research team and culture in Speech Pathology and related disciplines. They will secure competitive grants, collaborate across sectors, and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research students.
Culture
Western Sydney University highly values equity and inclusiveness. We strive to contribute to tackling inequalities and promoting wellbeing within our own institution, the Greater Western Sydney region, nationally and internationally.
What We Offer in Return
17% super contributions
If you are passionate about teaching and research in Speech Pathology and eager to work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, we encourage you to apply ensuring you carefully address each of the screening questions in your application.
Remuneration Package:
Academic Level C Senior Lecturer - $169,542 to $194,484 p.a. (comprising Salary of $143,410 to $164,728 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Academic Level D Associate Professor - $202,792 to $222,734 p.a. (comprising Salary of $171, 829 to $188,873 p.a., plus Superannuation and Leave Loading)
Closing Date:
8:30 pm on Sunday 17 November 2024
Working Rights in Australia - Eligibility
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. You must provide evidence of your working rights in Australia at time of application.
Note - Only those applications submitted via the WSU online recruitment system will be accepted.
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