Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Electrical Engineering (Education Focused)

The Opportunity

The UNSW Digital Grid Futures Institute (DGFI) has an opportunity for an Associate Lecturer/Lecturer (Education focused). In this role you will develop, coordinate, and deliver a suite of short course modules aimed at electrical engineers going into the green hydrogen sector. You will also assist with the development of a framework of career pathways related to decarbonisation and the energy transition to renewables.

The purpose of this Education Focussed role is to enable academics to specialise in Electrical Engineering education, devoting their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. Those who are appointed to this prestigious specialisation will be expected to successfully drive educational excellence within the university’s teaching and learning communities.

The role of Associate Lecturer/Lecturer reports to the Lead Technology Translator and has no direct reports.

Job Details

• Salary
  • Associate Lecturer (Level A) - $106,337 to $113,737 per annum + 17% superannuation
  • Lecturer (Level B) - $119,440 to $127,977 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Full time
• Fixed-term – 1 year
• Location: Kensington – Sydney, Australia

The Organisation

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community; a community doing extraordinary things. But what makes us different isn’t only what we do, it’s how we do it. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

The UNSW Digital Grid Futures Institute (DGFI) exists to build interdisciplinary capability and empower future generations to address the complex societal and technical challenges of the transition to clean energy. The DGFI facilitates the formation of cross disciplinary teams to encourage fresh perspectives crucial for navigating the rapid changes in the energy sector. By expanding our member base to include diverse expertise spanning 34 UNSW schools and multidisciplinary centres, we are uniquely placed to address the technical and societal implications of the energy transition. For more about our institute please go to - https://www.dgfi.unsw.edu.au/

Skills & Experience

Associate Lecturer (Education Focused) - Level A

• A PhD in Electrical Engineering and Telecommunications, and/or relevant work experience. Preferably an education research student who has experience with the technical content and designing education and digital design content for engineering courses.
• Proven project management experience, with an in-depth understanding of the project life cycle and strategic development of project plans, objectives and documentation.
• Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, but also to take initiative and work independently while managing competing demands.
• Actively stays up to date with discipline knowledge and developments
• Demonstrated experience in and passion for teaching and learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• A strong commitment to work-integrated learning (desirable)
• Experience engaging students and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.
• Evidence of and/or preparedness to undertake professional development of teaching practice.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Actively stays up to date with discipline knowledge and professional development.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline-based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health & safety (psychosocial and physical) responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.
• Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to liaise with a diverse range of people from industry and academia at different levels in their organisations.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Additional details about the specific responsibilities for this position can be found in the position description. This is available via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply:

Please click the apply now button and submit your CV, Cover Letter and Responses to the Skills and Experience. You should systematically address the Skills and Experience listed within the position description in your application.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed below.

Contact:

Eugene Aves – Talent Acquisition Consultant

E: [email protected]

Applications close: 11:55 pm (Sydney time) on Monday 8^th July 2024

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