Lecturer, Digital Health 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

Dive into the digital wave and join La Trobe University’s School of Psychology and Public Health as a Lecturer in Digital Health. We are on the lookout for an innovator, a thinker, and a trailblazer ready to tackle the healthcare challenges of the 21st century with digital solutions. Situated in the bustling Melbourne (Bundoora) campus, this position offers the perfect blend of teaching, research, and real-world impact.

The School of Psychology and Public Health at La Trobe University is not just an educational institution; it's a beacon of change. With a wide array of disciplines from public health to digital health and informatics, we're crafting the future of healthcare. Our Department of Public Health is renowned for its cutting-edge research and impactful teaching, focusing on delivering digital health solutions that cater to the evolving needs of communities worldwide.

As a Lecturer in Digital Health, you will ignite minds and inspire innovation. Your role is pivotal in shaping the next generation of digital health professionals. You’ll spearhead curriculum development, engage students through interactive teaching, and contribute to pioneering research that bridges technology and healthcare. Collaborating closely with course coordinators and discipline leads, you'll ensure an enriching student experience that combines knowledge, practice, and creativity.

Skills and Experience

• A PhD in Digital Health or a closely related field, showcasing your expertise.
• A creative approach to designing and implementing digital health solutions.
• A track record of engaging and impactful teaching, alongside curriculum development prowess.
• Published research that reflects your contribution to the digital health landscape.
• The ability to mentor the future leaders of digital health, guiding them through their academic and professional journey.

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: Melissa Graham Head of Department, E. [email protected]

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

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer (Digital Health).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.