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SalaryLecturer
Pre-Degree Programs
- Inspire the next generation of learners and shape the future of education as a lecturer with us
- Great staff benefits, such as purchased leave
- Full-time, ongoing role based in Hobart with relocation assistance
The University of Tasmania is working towards becoming a university that is deeply rooted in its location, with a goal to enrich Tasmania's intellectual, economic, social, and cultural future. From this unique position, the University aims to make global contributions in areas where it has a distinct edge. The University acknowledges that the realization of this vision relies on its employees and is committed to fostering a university environment that is centered around people, upholds values, promotes relationships, embraces diversity, and is focused on development.
The Teaching Fellow position is for the Pre-degree Programs suite of courses (including the Diploma of University Studies and University Preparation Program) located in part of the .
Teaching Fellows are highly skilled educators and are members of a teaching team who engage in reflective practice to inform and deliver a high-quality curriculum that results in a quality student experience. The role is responsible for the collaborative design, development, and delivery of curriculum, including discipline content, assessment of student work, and unit coordination (which may involve the coordination of tutors).
As the chosen candidate, you will play a significant role in learning and teaching projects spearheaded by the University College and participate in academic pursuits that enhance these initiatives.
You should be a seasoned Science educator, capable of instructing in our Pre-Degree Programs. We prefer candidates with a background in teaching or working within the realm of Science. Lab teaching experience is highly desirable.
What you'll do:
- Work with experts and teachers to create high-quality units with effective pedagogy.
- Teach units through various methods, collaborate with relevant parties, assess students, and handle teaching-related tasks.
- Help students with academic issues and connect them to the right services.
- Commitment to improving teaching and learning at University College, with a priority on development of incumbent's own teaching skills.
- Contribute to outreach activities with the wider community.
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant area or relevant experience.
- Experience in learning and teaching that demonstrates a high quality and contemporary curricula.
- Experience in catering for diverse and non-traditional learners with a variety of delivery approaches.
- Proven capacity to work in a complex and changing work environment.
- History of establishing and sustaining strong and productive connections within and across the field and the profession.
- Outstanding communication skills.
- Demonstrated organisational skills and excellent time and workload management skills.
Appointment to this role will be at Academic Level B and will have a total remuneration package of up to $147,083 comprising base salary within the range of $108,285 to $125,712 plus 17% superannuation.
How to Apply
- To apply online, please provide the following supporting documentation:
- Resume
- Cover letter outlining your suitability and motivation for the role
- Your responses to the success criteria from the Position Description below
- For further information about this position, please contact Dr Sarah Dempster, Discipline Lead, sarah.dempster@utas.edu.au or 03 6226 6906.
- Please visit
Applications close Tuesday, 16 January 2024, 11.55pm
To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.
Advertised: 18 Dec 2023 Tasmania Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Jan 2024 Tasmania Daylight Time
