Associate Lecturer (Teaching Scholar)

- Flexible, inclusive work environment with generous remuneration and benefits
- Location suited to the Australian coastal lifestyle on the east coast
- The actions we take today impact all our tomorrow

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

Southern Cross University’s SCU College is one of six academic units at Southern Cross University (two Colleges and four Faculties) and sits within the portfolio of the Pro Vice-Chancellor (Academic Quality). SCU College offers award, pre-degree and English language programs that provide pathways to university study and can transform lives of Australian and international students. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Teaching and unit assessing English Language Programs and pathway courses for domestic and international students.
• Leading curriculum development for courses such as Business Communication, Advanced Communication, and English for Academic Purposes.
• Supporting student learning by coordinating Study Tours, providing academic guidance, and developing flexible, technology-enhanced learning options.
• Contributing to program improvements through curriculum reviews, benchmarking, and engagement with scholarship in teaching and learning.

You will be an enthusiastic educator with experience in teaching English language and pathway programs, passionate about supporting diverse learners. You’re skilled at adapting to varied teaching environments, and your commitment to student success shines through in your engaging approach to teaching. More specifically, you will have:

• A postgraduate qualification in a relevant field, along with an ELICOS teaching qualification.
• Practical experience in developing educational resources and teaching English language programs in face-to-face, blended, and online formats.
• Proficiency with contemporary educational technologies and a willingness to innovate curriculum.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse student groups and external stakeholders.
• A collaborative approach, with the ability to lead a teaching team and adapt to changes as needed.
• Commitment to cultural diversity, equity, and workplace safety principles in line with the University’s values.

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Gold Coast, QLD 4225. Generous relocation support is available.
• Academic Level A. The base salary ranges from $78,287 - $105,224 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $123,112.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Ms Sharon Leslie, Director, English Language Programs

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 8 December 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

Use the position description link below to access further information about the selection criteria for this role. You will need to submit complete responses to the selection criteria with your application, including providing examples where relevant. Please prepare these and submit each response when prompted in your online application submission.