AddressLECTURER, ACADEMIC PRACTICE
CENTRE FOR LEARNING AND TEACHING
TEACHING QUALITY
JOONDALUP CAMPUS
$110,065 to $130,045 pa (ALEVB)
FULL-TIME, ONGOING
Overview
Edith Cowan University (ECU) is a large multi-campus institution located in Western Australia (WA) with a strong reputation for excellence in teaching, research and state-of-the-art facilities. Our focus on teaching and research is inspired by engagement and partnerships with those in the many communities in which we serve. ECU is guided by strong values that influence the way we work and our vision is to further enhance our reputation and be recognised for our world ready graduates and leading-edge research. Our purpose is to transform lives and enrich society through education and our world-class research including our commitments on equality and reducing our impact on the environment.
The diverse and talented staff in the Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) play a central role in achieving ECU's vision, and in designing and implementing future-oriented teaching and learning strategies. With its base at the Joondalup Campus, the CLT delivers a comprehensive suite of services and programmes.
The Teaching Quality team in the Centre for Learning and Teaching supports the development of excellence in curriculum, assessment, and teaching at ECU by working collaboratively with staff in Schools and professional service centres.
The Role
The Centre for Learning and Teaching is seeking a Lecturer, Academic Practice to lead the design and facilitation of professional learning and educational recognition programs to support capability building, recognition and reward for teaching excellence and scholarship at ECU. Working closely with the Manager, Teaching Quality, the position will lead the implementation of professional learning programs and educational recognition and reward programs to support evidence-informed, scholarly curriculum, assessment, and teaching practices. The role will coordinate and support learning and teaching fellowships and awards, working closely with the Teaching Quality team and staff stakeholder groups to develop and deliver systems, processes and support frameworks for these activities.
Selection Criteria
Suitable candidates will meet the following key criteria:
- A PhD in a relevant discipline (e.g. Learning Sciences, Education, Instructional Design) or demonstrated equivalence (such as scholarly publication and/or strategic leadership with systemic impact).
- Evidence of academic leadership and expertise in university teaching, curriculum design and pedagogy.
- Expert knowledge and skill in the conceptualisation, design and delivery of academic development services, resources and programs.
- Demonstrated capacity to problem-solve in fast moving, often changing and demanding situations, to work quickly to develop sophisticated and effective recommendations and plans, and to manage complexity with elegant solutions.
- Highly developed verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to engage collegially and effectively with colleagues at all levels of the University, academic and professional, and the ability to negotiate effectively with all stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to adopt a scholarly and evidence-based approach to all areas of practice.
You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry Personal Excellence and Courage.
Benefits & Remuneration
This full time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $110,065 to $130,045 (ALEVB) pa plus 17% University superannuation contribution.
ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.
ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.
For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunities Overview website.
Contact
Interested applicants are welcome to contact Dr Trina Jorre de St Jorre, Manager Teaching Quality at ***************@ecu.edu.au for more information.
How to Apply
Please follow this link to begin your application:Employment Opportunities Overview website.
Please upload your resume along with a statement (maximum 3 pages) addressing the capabilities listed above.
Closing Date:
Applications close on Friday 10 May 2024 at 11:30pm AWST.
PLEASE NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL ONLY BE ACCEPTED FROM AUSTRALIAN OR NEW ZEALAND CITIZENS OR AUSTRALIAN PERMANENT RESIDENTS
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
