Macquarie University is seeking an experienced academic for a teaching and research position with a focus on Early Childhood Leadership, Policy and Pedagogy.

• Salary Package: Senior Lecturer (Level C) / Associate Professor (Level D)
• Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing
• Macquarie University (North Ryde) location
• Given current Australian Government COVID-19 border restrictions, applications for this position are only being accepted from Australian citizens or permanent residents or people currently residing in Australia with full working rights.

Macquarie University is seeking an experienced Academic for a teaching and research position with a focus on Early Childhood leadership, policy and pedagogy. The successful applicant will engage in an active research program and supervise research students, contribute to curriculum development and teaching across the School of Education's undergraduate and postgraduate early childhood courses, engage in service activities within the University and their professional community, and contribute to the School's outreach activities.

About You

You will have completed a PhD or evidence of equivalent recognition in early childhood leadership, policy or pedagogy. You will have a good track record of delivering high-quality learning and teaching in early childhood leadership, policy and pedagogy with a track record of quality publications. Previous experience teaching in early childhood environments is essential. If you are an excellent communicator and you are flexible and resilient in your approach, then this is a role you will thrive in and a School where you will enjoy working.

About Us

Within the Faculty of Arts, the School of Education aspires to be a leader in education across the lifespan. Our mission is to be a global leader in education and an institution of service and engagement which delivers a transformative learning experience and impactful research. We are committed to maximising opportunities for children, families, schools, and communities through research, teaching, learning, and advocacy.

Macquarie is a university engaged with the real and often complex problems and opportunities that define our lives. Since our foundation 57 years ago, we have aspired to be a different type of university. Over the years, we've grown to become the centre of a vibrant local and global community. Connect with us today.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter that indicates whether you are applying for consideration as a Senior Lecturer (Level C) or Associate Professor (Level D) and which demonstrates how you meet the following selection criteria:

Selection Criteria for Senior Lecturer - Level C applicants:

• A PhD or evidence of equivalent research recognition in early childhood leadership, policy or pedagogy
• A well-articulated research agenda and a track record of publications in high-quality journals
• A demonstrated ability to secure research funding
• Demonstrated academic knowledge in the discipline and ability to develop and lead scholarly and innovative approaches to teaching and learning
• Record of engagement and fostering relationships with relevant external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience to make a useful contribution to the academic life and administrative tasks of the School with a track record of effective teamwork
• Experience with research student supervision

Selection Criteria for Associate Professor - Level D applicants:

• A PhD or evidence of equivalent research recognition in early childhood leadership, policy or pedagogy
• A well-articulated research agenda and an excellent track record of publications in high-quality journals
• A demonstrated ability to secure external research funding and a record of competitive grant successes
• Demonstrated academic knowledge in the discipline and ability to develop and lead scholarly and innovative approaches to teaching and learning
• Record of engagement and fostering relationships with relevant external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience to make a useful contribution to the academic life and administrative tasks of the School with a track record of effective teamwork
• Extensive experience with research student supervision
• Experience and interest in interdisciplinary research (desirable)

This position may require a Working with Children Check Clearance.

Specific Role Enquiries: Professor Mary Ryan, Dean of Education, Macquarie School of Education on mary.ryan@mq.edu.au

General Enquiries: HR Assistant, Grace Deng on grace.deng@mq.edu.au

Applications Close: Wednesday 8 December 2021 at 11:55 PM AEST

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