Lecturer, Engineering and Computing Education

22 Feb 2024
Job Information

Organisation/Company

UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

Research Field

Computer science

Researcher Profile

Recognised Researcher (R2)
First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

Australia

Application Deadline

6 Mar 2024 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Permanent

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Job no: 0054859
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing 
Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology
Department/School: Teaching and Laboratory
Salary: Level B – $114,645 - $136,136 p.a. plus 17% super

• Provide leadership in curriculum development, implementation, and assessment within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.
• The Lecturer will drive significant contributions towards learning and teaching, and research in engineering and computing education enhancing teaching capability and student engagement through evidence-based programs and projects.
• Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!

About the Role

The position of Lecturer (Engineering and Computing Education) based in the Teaching and Learning Laboratory within the Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology, assumes a pivotal role in shaping curriculum development, implementation, and assessment strategies. Working closely with the Director of the Laboratory, the Lecturer leverages research in engineering and computing education to bolster student learning and engagement, aligning initiatives with the faculty’s strategic goals. Integral responsibilities include spearheading evidence-based programs and projects to enhance teaching capabilities, supporting staff in refining teaching methodologies, and conducting research to evaluate and inform teaching and learning enhancements, thereby making significant contributions to engineering education and related fields.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide strategic advice on best practice in teaching, learning and assessment to staff who teach in the Faculty.
• Monitor, identify and promote engaging, effective, and efficient learning approaches, taking advantage of educational technologies to support learning.
• Investigate and communicate contemporary educational issues, practices and technologies, and evidence-based research relevant to engineering and computing education.
• Provide evidence-based teaching and learning support within the faculty, particularly relating to educational design (e.g., pedagogy, curriculum design and mapping, learning outcomes, assessment, feedback, inclusion, industry engagement, project-based learning, technologies, and effective use of learning spaces and resources)

Who We Are Looking For 

You will demonstrate leadership in teaching and scholarly research through collaboration, cultivate diverse partnerships in the Faculty and University, industry, government, and other universities to enrich teaching and research engagement, and exhibit both independent work capability and effective teamwork. Your high level of written communication and interpersonal skills will enhance your effectiveness in these roles.

You will also have:

• Completed a PhD in engineering or computing education or a relevant discipline or be close to completion.
• A solid understanding of contemporary issues in teaching and learning in engineering education, particularly those relating to project-based learning and authentic learning activities and assessments.
• Evidence of high-quality publications in engineering or computing education research and demonstrated success in conceptualising, preparing and managing relevant grants to completion
• Demonstrated capacity to identify sources of funding to support projects relating to teaching.

For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

Your New Team:

 The Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology (FEIT) has been the leading Australian provider of engineering and IT education and research for over 150 years. We are a multidisciplinary Faculty organised into three key areas; Computing and Information Systems (CIS), Chemical and Biomedical Engineering (CBE) and Electrical, Mechanical and Infrastructure Engineering (EMI). FEIT continues to attract top staff and students with a global reputation and has a commitment to knowledge for the betterment of society.

What We Offer You!

In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits  page!

About the University of Melbourne

We’re tightly connected with the community, both at home and abroad. We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website  and stay connected with our stories and people on LinkedIn .   

Be Yourself 

The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity.  First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.

We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact Kim Groizard at [email protected] , with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Join Us!

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Shabon Nawabi via email at [email protected] , ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Position Description

Applications close: 06 Mar 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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Additional Information
Work Location(s)

Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

Country

Australia

City

Melbourne

Postal Code

Parkville

Geofield

Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/365927/lecturer-engineerin…

Contact

City

Melbourne

STATUS: EXPIRED