• School of Education – Ballarat Campus
• Full-time, fixed-term appointment until 29 July 2022
• Academic Level A - $70,377 p.a. or Academic Level B - $99,764 p.a. plus 17% superannuation

Be part of our diverse community

We are driven to make a real difference to the lives of every student who walks through our doors, and to the communities we help build and are proud to be part of. We are one of Australia’s oldest universities, known today for our modern approach to teaching and learning. With the largest network of campuses across Victoria, as well as a growing Brisbane base, we are uniquely positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training at Federation TAFE through to higher education programs at Federation University.

About the role

Contribute to delivery of excellence in teaching and learning across Vocational Education and Training (VET) teacher-education courses.

Depending on the level of appointment you will:

Level A

• undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• develop, teach and moderate courses in VET; and
• undertake research activities.

Level B

• undertake teaching and assessment of undergraduate and postgraduate students;
• develop, teach, coordinate and moderate courses in VET;
• undertake research activities; and
• supervise students undertaking project courses, honours programs and research by higher degree students.

About you

Depending on the level of appointment to be considered for this position, you will have demonstrated:

Level A

• lecturing and tutoring experience in the area of VET;
• a capacity to teach courses in VET;
• a preparedness to undertake research and a capacity to develop an active research profile; and
• evidence of an ability to work collegially.

Level B

• commitment to scholarship and a potential for academic advancement;
• commitment to and enthusiasm for teaching, and a good teaching record;
• previous experience in academic administration;
• evidence of research expertise and a demonstrated capacity and preparedness to achieve an active research profile; and
• evidence of an ability to work collegially.

Please note that applications will be prioritised for those with current working rights in Australia and who are not affected by travel restrictions.

Please see the latest updates to Australia’s immigration and border arrangements during the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) outbreak: https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/

How to apply

Please apply by Sunday, 30 May 2021.

Applicants are required to address the Key Selection Criteria, to view the Position Description

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team via email or on 03 5327 9756.  Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific enquiries.

At Federation University Australia we value diversity, embrace difference and nurture a connected, safe and respectful community. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people of all cultures, abilities, sexualities and genders. Should you require additional support please contact please contact Elizabeth Spark, Diversity and Inclusion Partner, via email. 

To find out more about our Aboriginal and Torres Islander Employment Strategy, please click here. For support or queries relating to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment please contact Lisa Pickering, Associate Director, Organisational Development and Performance, via email.

A workplace for remarkable people

For almost 150 years we have been reaching out to new communities, steadily building a generation of independent thinkers united in the knowledge that they are greater together.

We are committed to attracting, retaining and developing the best talent in the regions in which we operate. From our academic and research staff to those working in student experience, we are all part of a collaborative culture that inspires the highest levels of excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. We are proud of our SAGE Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation in 2019 for recognising our commitment to advancing the careers of women, trans and gender diverse individuals in STEM disciplines in higher education and research.

What we offer

You will be able to take advantage of our UniSports Health and Fitness Centre in Mt Helen, in addition to benefits such as purchased leave, blended workforce options (work from home flexibility), salary sacrificing options, on-campus childcare (Mt Helen and Gippsland), discounted private health insurance, affordable parking, wellness programs, professional development programs and many other benefits. For further information, please visit the leave and work life balance web page.

For more information on a career with us, please visit the Federation University website or let our staff tell you more.