Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Education

• Engage in activities to support and advance academic, research, and professional work related to teacher education and/or postgraduate education.
• Academic Level C or D – Competitive Salary with 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

About the opportunity:

We’re looking for dynamic individuals to join our Faculty, where you’ll be at the forefront of teaching, course development, and research-led education.

Your Responsibilities Will Include:

• Hands-On Learning: Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, seminars, and practical classes that spark curiosity and ignite passion.
• Interactive Teaching: Conduct tutorials, workshops, field excursions, and studio sessions that bring learning to life.
• Student Support: Assess student performance, provide valuable consultations, and supervise students during their professional placements.
• Research and Scholarly Contributions: Contribute original insights through scholarly activities and/or research.
• Mentor Future Leaders: Supervise doctoral and research master’s students while leading exciting grant-funded research initiatives.
• Lead academic initiatives or programs: Lead initiatives or programs across the Faculty’s academic endeavors.

If you're ready to inspire the next generation and shape the future of education and professional practice, we want to hear from you!

• Position Description - Senior Lecturer in Education (level C).pdf
• Position Description - Associate Professor in Education (level D).pdf

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Mr Peter Carling, Faculty Manager on 02 6206 8300 or email [email protected]

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3867 or email [email protected]

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 10^th November 2024