Lecturer, Sydney Law School

• Full time, continuing academic position
• Base Salary $113,184 - $134,403 per annum + 17% superannuation

The University of Sydney Law School is one of the best law schools in the world for teaching and research. We are seeking to appoint a talented and highly engaged scholar at the level of Lecturer (Level B) with a strong interest and capacity for innovative teaching and curriculum development in the field of Legal Ethics and/or Evidence. The successful applicant will be committed to building a research program related to legal professionalism and the ethics of lawyering and legal practice, and / or the law of evidence and its application.

Key responsibilities:

• delivery of outstanding teaching and learning outcomes
• contributes to knowledge within discipline or area of expertise including undertaking original research (either independently or as part of a team)
• contributes to the research, education and administrative activities of University of Sydney Law School
• actively supports the strategic direction of the University
• engages beyond the University through conferences, seminars and outreach activities.

About you

• a completed PhD in a relevant field (or near completion)
• demonstrated success in designing, implementing and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives in the areas of Corporate Law; Tax; Legal Practice and/or Law Evidence
• developing network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders
• experience in supervising or mentoring others and/or coordinating team activities
• developing research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research in the discipline or area of expertise
• deep and broad experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by participation in team teaching within an established program and experience in teaching in a variety of settings
• a developing knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the discipline and higher education sector.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the! wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and sup port the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People , women , people living with a disability , people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds , and those who identify as LGBTIQ . We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter addressing the above “About You” section, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

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