Associate Lecturer Animal Sciences (TF) (Casual Consolidation role open to current LTU casuals only)

We are reducing the overall use of academic casual employment and providing meaningful pathways for casual academic staff to ongoing academic employment through our casual consolidation project.

To be eligible, you must (a) Have casual experience totalling at least two (2) teaching sessions at La Trobe University in the previous two (2) years; (b) Have not held a continuing position in a university in the previous three (3) years.

Are you passionate about shaping the future of animal science? La Trobe University is seeking a dedicated Associate Lecturer, Teaching Focused to join the School of Agriculture, Biomedicine, and Environment. Based at our vibrant Bundoora campus, this part-time role (0.4 FTE) offers the chance to make a difference by engaging and inspiring students.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching Excellence: Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical classes that meet La Trobe's Teaching Excellence Principles.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate on innovative curriculum design and review.
• Student Support: Provide timely, constructive feedback and foster a supportive learning environment.
• Scholarship of Teaching and Learning: Contribute to La Trobe’s SOLT initiatives and knowledge sharing.
• Community Building: Develop local relationships to enhance knowledge transfer.

Qualifications: A bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, a commitment to teaching innovation, and effective communication skills.

Ready to impact the next generation? Apply today and transform lives with La Trobe University.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Closing date: Thursday 28th of November 2024

Position Enquiries: Associate Professor John Lesku E. [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries: Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner E. [email protected]

Position Description below:

PD_Level A TF _Associate Lecturer.docx

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• An up-to-date resume
• A response to the essential and desirable criteria

The recruitment process will include a video interview, a formal face-to-face interview may follow.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.