Lecturer, Law School (Teaching Focussed)

• Part-Time (0.6FTE), Fixed Term until 31 December 2023
• Located at Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B - TRP $117,562 - $138,831 pro rata per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation

About the position

The successful candidate for this Teaching Focused role will manage and teach into Criminology and Law subjects taught by the Law School. The successful candidate will be expected to work effectively with colleagues, develop curriculum, coordinate subjects, set and mark assessment, teach lectures and tutorials and generally contribute to the high-quality delivery of Criminology and Law subjects in the Law School.

Priority will be given to applicants with teaching and research or professional expertise in one or more of the following subject areas:

• Crime Prevention and Policy (taught in the Bachelor of Criminology)
• Cybercrime (taught in the Bachelor of Criminology and Juris Doctor)
• Family Violence Across the Life Course (taught in the Bachelor of Criminology)
• Introduction to Forensic Psychology and the Law (taught in the Bachelor of Criminology)
• Principles of Criminal Law (taught in the Bachelor of Laws)

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.
• Demonstrated high level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Capabilities required to be successful in the position

• Ability to demonstrate self-awareness, see things from another person’s perspective and actively seek out and act on feedback to improve knowledge, skills and behaviour.
• Ability to work collaboratively, recognise the value of diversity and model accountability, connectedness, innovation and care.
• Ability to think creatively, explore new ideas and respectfully challenge existing practices in order to improve current ways of working.

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

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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Benefits:

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date:  By 11:55pm Sunday, 27th November 2022

Position Enquiries:  Lorne Neudorf, [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer, Teaching Focussed.pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

The University’s Health and Safety Procedure – COVID-19 Vaccination and Other Measures, requires staff engaged to perform work onsite at La Trobe University to be Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they are exempt from being vaccinated due to a recognised medical contraindication.  This position will require the incumbent to work onsite.  As such, an offer of employment will be conditional upon the applicant being Fully Vaccinated against COVID-19 or medically exempt from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination, and providing satisfactory evidence of their vaccination or exemption status to the University.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future

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.