Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Riawunna Centre

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Work type:Full time
Location:Launceston, Burnie
Categories:Teaching Intensive

 Associate Lecturer/Lecturer - Riawunna Centre

• Support Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander student success
• Contribute to the growth and future vision of the Murina Program
• Excellent remuneration & benefits, located in Launceston or Burnie

Your New Role

Riawunna Centre for Aboriginal Education provides a culturally welcoming space for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students delivering academic and cultural support to build independent, resilient and confident learners. Riawunna’s Murina Program is a pathway program which aims to support academic development, confidence and knowledge to ensure student success at the University.

As the Associate Lecturer or Lecturer – Riawunna Centre you will undertake curriculum development and teaching into the Murina Program, other courses and research. You will create deeper understanding and connection for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to prepare them for further studies whilst also improving the knowledge of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people for other students at the university.  By providing leadership in the enhancement of the Murina Program and increasing the profile of the Program you will contribute to the development and maintenance of productive and effective links inside the University, locally and nationally with the discipline and the wider community. You will also support and participate in Riawunna social and cultural activities across the state and provide high-level support to the Riawunna team, Elders and Community participants in the Community Program.

About the University

With our unique location and complex history, we have both an obligation and opportunity to make a global contribution. People are at the heart of that contribution. We focus on building a workplace culture where we come together in a way that empowers us all to connect, belong and grow. The University is one of the largest employers in our State, with campuses in three distinct regions: Hobart, Launceston, and Burnie. We are building a vision of a place-based University with a mission to enhance the intellectual, economic, social and culture future of Tasmania, and from Tasmania, contribute to the world in areas of distinctive advantage.  The University recognises that achieving this vision is dependent on the people we employ as well as creating a people-centred University that is values-based, relational, diverse, and development-focused.

What You’ll Need to Succeed

With high level interpersonal, teamwork and networking skills you will have the ability to effectively engage with a variety of internal and external stakeholders and the capacity to build and maintain effective and productive links locally, nationally and internationally. You will understand the strategic directions of the University and its priorities with the inclusion of Aboriginal knowledges, and you will contribute to the growth and future vision of the Murina program. You will bring to the role high level communication skills to create a supportive learning environment that encourages students to develop confidence and their capacity for independent learning. You will have the ability to develop, facilitate and deliver academic units with a focus on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander knowledges, demonstrated relationships with the Tasmanian Aboriginal community and knowledge and awareness of the barriers this community is facing.

This is an Identified Position. You must be an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person to be considered for this role. Candidates must provide eligibility documentation with their application. Please contact [email protected] to discuss the documentation required.

What’s on Offer?

On offer is a full time, ongoing, Academic Level A or B role within the University in Launceston or Cradle Coast with a competitive remuneration package including 17% superannuation. We provide more than a great place to work. Our people enjoy a wide variety of benefits and services including flexible work arrangements, salary packing options and substantial paid leave entitlements to name a few.

Remuneration

Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level A or B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $147,083 comprising base salary within the range of $78,499 to $125,712 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply?

If this role is of interest, we look forward to hearing from you. Please provide your up-to-date resume and a cover letter outlining your motivation for the role. Your application also needs to address the selection criteria outlined in the position description.  For further information about this position, please contact [email protected]

We celebrate the strength that diversity brings. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community. Tell us how we can make this job work for you.

Applications close 11:55pm Sunday 4th February 2024                                        

 Associate Lecturer-Lecturer Riawunna - Position Description.pdf

The University of Tasmania strongly encourages employees to maintain COVID-19 vaccination in line with relevant Australian Government health advice.

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfill the requirements of this role.

Advertised:08 Jan 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close:04 Feb 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time