2 x Education Specialists (B) / (C) - Computer Science

Job no:513698
Work type:Continuing - Full-time, Continuing - Part-time
Campus:Adelaide
Categories:Level B, Level C, Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology

(Level B) $107,276 - $126,894 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

(Level C) $130,810 – $150,431 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

2 x 0.8FTE Part Time – 1.0FTE Full Time | Continuing Opportunities

The School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences is expanding its team and have 2 unique opportunities available for continuing Education Specialists at either Level B or Level C. Both positions will be in the area of Computer Science.  

The University believes strongly in equal opportunity for women and gender diverse people and have a long history of championing the rights of these groups in higher education. Women and gender diverse candidates are encouraged to apply for these positions as the University continues to diversify the culture and build on the existing inclusive environment. In demonstrating this commitment to increase participation of women in the field of Computer Science, one of these positions will be for women or gender diverse applicants. You can visit more information in relation to Gender Equity on The University of Adelaide’s website via this link: Gender Equity

In this role the successful candidates will be joining a large, diverse team of experts, delivering high-quality content and support to students and play an integral part of their University learning.

The University of Adelaide has many professional development opportunities for staff including their own Women’s Professional Development Network to assist women in navigating their career and achieving their career aspirations.

The successful candidates will demonstrate a high level of teaching expertise and the ability to provide positive student feedback through the use of innovative strategies. Successful candidates will be well versed in teaching pedagogy that delivers outstanding results for students in a collaborative and dynamic learning environment. The roles may include online course development and delivery through University partners, converting existing material and developing new material for the School’s undergraduate and Masters programs.

To be successful at Level B we are seeking:

• PhD in computer science, computer science education, or a closely related discipline, or equivalent qualification and experience. 
• Ability to teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels the fundamentals of computer science as well as one or more of the specialisations of operating and distributed systems, project courses, web and database computing, and cybersecurity. 
• Commitment to the use of evidence-based pedagogies that promote student engagement. 
• Experience in online and blended course development and delivery. 
• Student-focussed approach to education. 
• Record of success in delivering quality teaching at the tertiary level and responsibility as course coordinator. 
• Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion, and ability to contribute to the diversity of the School community. 

To be successful at Level C we are additionally seeking:

• Commitment to the use of evidence-based pedagogies that promote student engagement. 
• Expertise in online and blended course development and delivery. 
• Student-focussed approach to education. 
• Substantial record of success in delivering quality teaching at the tertiary level and responsibility as course coordinator. 
• Record of publications or other scholarly activity demonstrating leadership and impact in scholarship of learning and teaching. 

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

The University of Adelaide is a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaborations - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Sciences, Engineering and Technology is a multidisciplinary hub of cutting-edge teaching and research. Many of its academic staff are world leaders in their fields and graduates are highly regarded by employers. The Faculty actively partners with innovative industries to solve problems of global significance. 

Learn more at: set.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Friday 31 May 2024. 

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

We understand that a career change is a big decision. This role may even have you considering a move to Adelaide to embark on your next career chapter?

If you have any questions or would like to learn more about this role, please contact us for a confidential discussion:

A/Professor Nick Falkner
School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
The University of Adelaide
P: +61 (8) 8313 6185
E: [email protected]

A/Professor Claudia Szabo
School of Computer and Mathematical Sciences
The University of Adelaide
P: +61 (8) 8313 6744
E: [email protected]

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The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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