Lecturer In Vision Science And Optometry

• Join us at the University of Canberra and be a part of shaping the future of optometry and Vision Science!
• Academic Level B, Salary Range $109,830 pa - $130,080 pa + 17% Super
• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Nurragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities and people from culturally diverse groups.

UC is recruiting for a Lecturer in Optometry and Vision Science to join the Faculty of Health to undertake high-quality teaching and research. This is an exceptional opportunity to pursue scholarly advances in Vision Science and Optometry and contribute to the advancement and growth in this field.

As a Lecturer at the University of Canberra, you will be expected to:

• Prepare and deliver lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical classes, workshops, and clinical sessions.
• Undertake Unit and Course coordination as required.
• Promote and support excellence in disciplinary and interdisciplinary activities and scholarship.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key external and professional stakeholders.
• Collaboratively develop curricula with Optometry colleagues and ensure to meet accreditation requirements.
• Provide student support and guidance
• Contributing to high-quality research supervision for postgraduate and higher degree research students.
• Enhance a track record in collaborative, multidisciplinary research through publications and grants. (in alignment with our research plan),

The successful applicant will have:

• PhD in optometry or a related field (completed or near completion).
• Registration with AHPRA as an optometrist in Australia (desirable but not essential).
• Endorsement to prescribe ocular therapeutic drugs in Australia (desirable but not essential).
• Experience teaching and/or expertise in optometry and Vision Science, (ideally within optics, low vision, binocular vision, and/or environmental optometry).
• Capacity and commitment to contribute to traditional and flexible modes of academic program development and delivery, including online.
• Emerging track record in research with high-quality and high-impact outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to interact with the profession, industry and attract funding.

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you: To be considered for this position, we require your CV and a cover letter explaining what skills you would bring to the role; no additional documents are necessary.

Submit your CV through the “Apply Now” tab. We kindly ask that you take this opportunity to align your CV with the Position Description, ensuring that your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role.

If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.

WWVP: The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au

For job specific information: please contact Mei Ying Boon - Associate Professor and Discipline Lead in Optometry and Vision Science - ************@canberra.edu.au

Recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Acquisition team on 02 6206 3*** or email ********@canberra.edu.au

Closing date: 11.55pm, Monday 22 July 2024