Lecturer, Occupational Therapy (TF) Casual Consolidation Project (Open to 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.

About the position

La Trobe University's School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport is seeking a dedicated and innovative Lecturer in Occupational Therapy. This full-time continuing role, based at our Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, offers the chance to shape the next generation of occupational therapy professionals. With a focus on teaching excellence and innovation in curriculum design, you will play a pivotal role in our undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Engage students with high-quality learning experiences across lectures, tutorials, practical classes, and clinical sessions, both in-person and online.
• Lead innovative curriculum design, embedding employability capabilities and taking an evidence-based approach to improve student experiences.
• Mentor other academics in best teaching practices and contribute significantly to the Scholarship of Learning and Teaching (SoLT),
• Play a vital role in student mentorship, including the coordination of practice placements and the supervision of research projects.

Skills and Experience:

• A professional with a PhD or equivalent in Occupational Therapy, or a closely related field, and AHPRA registration.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development across various modes, evidenced by positive feedback and awards.
• A history of initiating teaching improvement projects that enhance the student learning experience.
• Strong leadership skills in managing staff performance and development, with the ability to mentor and influence the teaching practices of colleagues.

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

How to apply

Closing date: Sunday 21 April By 11:55pm

Position Enquiries: Tamara Tse, Senior Lecturer Occupational Therapy E. [email protected]

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

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer in Occupational Therapy (TF).pdf

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 an interview for all 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.