Associate Lecturer in History and Philosophy of Science (Education)

• Full time, 24 months fixed term opportunity. Located at the Faculty of Science on the Camperdown Campus

• Contribute to the teaching and learning efforts within the School of History and Philosophy of Science

• Base Salary Level A6, $105,350 p.a. + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

The Faculty of Science is welcoming applications for an Associate Lecturer in History and Philosophy of Science (Education) to join the team and provide teaching and learning support to the School of History and Philosophy of Science .

Working under the supervision of Prof. Dominic Murphy (Head of School) the successful candidate will be responsible for helping to design, administer and teach the first year units of study in the School of History of Science. The precise mix of responsibilities may vary from unit to unit but will involve both academic and administrative roles. Much of the work may be undertaken remotely but you will need to be available to come to the Camperdown Campus if required.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• assist with syllabus planning and revision

• conduct and plan tutorials

• help to build and maintain Unit websites in Canvas

• assist students to understand course materials and content

• assist in the design of assignments

• maintain email lists to update students with relevant information.

About you

The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for an Associate Lecturer in History and Philosophy of Science (Education) who has:

• a PhD in a relevant discipline

• tutorial experience, either in person or online

• familiarity with Canvas and SRES.

To keep our community safe, please be aware of our COVID safety precautions which form our conditions of entry for all staff, students and visitors coming to campus.

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement 

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds. 

How to apply

Please address the selection criteria in your application (including a brief cover letter and CV) which can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. 

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Applications Close

Wednesday 05 June 2024 11:59 PM