Lecturer (Physiology and Pharmacology)

• Full time
• Fixed Term until 31/12/24
• Bundoora Campus
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference!

About the position

The Department of Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology plays a significant role in teaching, the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL), and research. The department has a vibrant and collaborative research culture covering areas such as education research, cardiovascular disease and stroke, immunity and host-pathogen interactions, cell and developmental biology, metabolic and mitochondrial diseases, musculoskeletal physiology, neuropharmacology, and neurophysiology.

This Level B teaching focussed position is expected to develop physiology and pharmacology curriculum, teach and contribute to SoTL, with teaching required to commence for Semester 1 on March 4th 2024.

The successful applicant will be required to commence on 19th or 26th February 2024.

Duties may include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and teach subjects providing a high-quality learning experience that engages students through the conduct of lectures, tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, and/or other sessions in online, blended or face-to-face modes.
• Provide constructive, fair and timely feedback on learning to students.
• Demonstrate effectiveness by taking an evidence-based approach to evaluate learning and teaching initiatives.
• Demonstrate a scholarly approach to learning and teaching by contributing to La Trobe’s SoTL including sharing of good practice.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• PhD degree in Physiology or Pharmacology, 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 in the last three years that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability or potential 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.

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, Wednesday 31st January 2024

Position Enquiries:

Seb Dworkin, Associate Professor Microbiology, Anatomy, Physiology & Pharmacology  Email : [email protected]

Recruitment Enquiries:

Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant Email : [email protected]

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer Physiology and Pharmacology (Teaching Focused).pdf

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

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

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.

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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.