Job No.: 562370

Work type: Continuing

• Full-time, continuing
• Located at Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B - $98,510 - $116,332 per annum + 17% superannuation

About the position

A Level B Lecturer teaching and research academic is expected to develop curriculum, teach and undertake research or other scholarly work relevant to the development of their discipline or professional field. An academic at this level will make a significant contribution to the discipline at the national level.

This position is deigned to lead teaching and research in public health law or health law, and public health ethics or bioethics.

The lecturer will be expected to teach into and coordinate designated subjects in the undergraduate and postgraduate programs and to work in co-operation with the course coordinator(s) and discipline lead to deliver an overall outstanding student experience.  Participation in the support and/or delivery of short courses may also form part of the required teaching activities.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• PhD or near completion of a PhD, or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the  University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Discipline expertise in public health law or health law, and experience in public health ethics or bioethics (practice, teaching or research).
• Demonstrated competence in public health teaching and curriculum development; completion of a Graduate Certificate in Higher Education, or similar qualification/training, would be an advantage.
• Evidence of high quality and/or high impact research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity.
• Experience in the preparation of research proposal submissions to external funding bodies and evidence of success in securing research funding.
• High level organisational skills with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, initiate and follow-up actions, all with minimal or no supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, or co-supervise, honours and postgraduate students.

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

About La Trobe

La Trobe University’s success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia’s research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria.  Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we’re passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Benefits

Please click on this link for a full list of Benefits http://www.latrobe.edu.au/jobs/working/benefits

How to apply

Closing date:  Monday, 14th February 2022 by 11:55pm

Position Enquiries:  Associate Professor Melissa Graham +61 3 9479 3792.

Position Description below:

 PD - Lecturer, Public Health.pdf

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.

Please scroll down to apply.

La Trobe Cultural Qualities:
We are Accountable, We are Connected, We are Innovative, We Care

La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment for all staff. We offer flexible work arrangements that can assist you in balancing your work and other responsibilities.

La Trobe is proud to be a member of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) Athena SWAN program to advance gender equality in academia.

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.