Lecturer in Criminology (Bendigo 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 an early-career academic with a passion for criminology and teaching? La Trobe Law School is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Criminology (Teaching Focused) to join our Bendigo campus. In this dynamic role, you’ll play a vital part in shaping our progressive and practical Criminology program. This is an opportunity to impact students' lives by coordinating and delivering subjects, including student placements, and driving innovative curriculum design.

What You’ll Do:

• Teach and inspire students with engaging lectures, tutorials, and other interactive sessions.
• Provide fair, constructive, and timely feedback to foster student growth.
• Lead curriculum development with a focus on employability and blended learning.
• Contribute to scholarly work that enhances learning and teaching practices.

What We’re Looking For:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline and proven teaching effectiveness.
• Innovative approaches to curriculum design, especially in online and blended formats.
• Strong communication skills to interact with a diverse student body.

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:

Madelaine Chiam Associate Dean E. m.chiam

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

Position Description below:
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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 formal interview for the shortlisted candidates.

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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.