Lecturer, Orthoptics (Teaching Focussed)

• Full-Time, Continuing
• Located at Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B - TRP $117,562 - $138,831 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation

About the position

This position will contribute to the design and delivery of the School's undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs in orthoptics.

The School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport offers a range of general and specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses that are rigorous and attuned to meeting the needs of students in ensuring their readiness to work in changing environments. The School comprises three Departments and 10 disciplines across La Trobe’s multi campus operations and has an outstanding reputation for research excellence, research translation and for building strong relationships with industry partners.

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.
• Evidence of innovative initiatives undertaken  that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to influence the teaching practice of others.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
• 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.
• Ability to supervise, or co-supervise, honours and postgraduate students.
• Ability to produce outputs related to the Scholarship of Learning and Teaching.
• Knowledge, expertise and skills in the discipline’s key areas, particularly in contemporary evidence-based assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with general ophthalmic disorders.

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

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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 Monday, 14th November 2022

Position Enquiries:  Connie Koklanis, [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:  [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer, Orthoptics (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.