• Department of Health and Medical Science
• Full time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic B: $96, 808 - $114,612 + 17% superannuation

About the Job

The development of cutting edge technology to deliver biomedical and health science teaching is occurring at Swinburne, and this is an exciting opportunity to be part of world first development in teaching within the School of Health Science.

As our new Lecturer, Biomedical Science, you will be focused on providing teaching and research in the Department of Health and Medical Science at Swinburne University. You will have expertise in Health and/or Biomedical Science and will contribute to curriculum and research in Biomedical Science in undergraduate and postgraduate programs within the School of Health Science at Swinburne University. Swinburne University is delivering our health science curriculum through a number of different media; including face to face, online, and using virtual and augmented reality systems.

The Lecturer will contribute to the development and delivery of curriculum in health science for both the Bachelor of Health Science as well as supporting postgraduate entry-level professional courses in the Department of Health Professions. The candidate will participate in the administration and ongoing curriculum development of related courses offered by the department and school and contribute to work integrated learning and progress an active research profile aligned to the strategic direction of the Faculty of Health, Arts and Design.

The primary focus of the Lecturer in Biomedical Science is to convene and teach undergraduate units, contribute to coordination of academic programs and supervise research students. Expertise in the areas of immunology, genetics, pathophysiology and/or molecular neuroscience are particularly welcomed. The incumbent will be expected to function as a member of both discipline-based and interdisciplinary teams to help the faculty to achieve its objectives.

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne is a multi-sector university of science, technology and innovation with more than 54,000 students and 5,000 staff globally. We offer postgraduate, undergraduate, vocational education and online education to provide students with a variety of work-relevant pathways. Our mission is to be a world-class university, creating economic and social impact through science, technology and innovation. We aim to deliver future-ready learners, research with impact and innovative enterprise.

Be the innovator in the face of technological and social change with Swinburne’s Faculty of Health, Arts and Design. Leading edge research centres, strong ties to industry and commitment to high-quality, high-impact research allows you to understand humanity deeply, bring the real world to focus and make your mark.

About you

To be successful in the role, you will have:

• A doctoral qualification in Health Science, Biomedicine or a closely related discipline
• Knowledge in one or more areas of Health Science or Biomedicine. A background in one or more of infections and immunity, genes and genomics, pathophysiology or developmental/molecular neuroscience is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to innovative education, including blended learning formats, online teaching and the use of a variety of visual formats
• Capacity to contribute to research teams and capacity to communicate research outcomes

A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Participate in regular staff and management development programs
• Onsite health services
• Salary package your car parking, superannuation and vehicle lease plans

To find out more about the extensive range of benefits offered to Swinburne employees please visit Employee Benefits

How to apply and further information

Please submit your application by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link, and submit a resume, cover letter and a response to the Key Selection Criteria, as listed in the position description. For further information about this position, A/Prof Rachael McDonald, Chair of the Department of Health and Medical Sciences, on (03) 9214 5199 or rachaelmcdonald@swin.edu.au

Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact our Diversity Consultant, Dr Walter Robles, on inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Agency enquiries will not be accepted for this position.

Swinburne is a large and culturally diverse organisation. We are proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for women for 10 years in a row and of key initiatives such as our Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan. Equity and diversity are integral to our 2025 vision to be a world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation.

Applications close at 5 pm on 13 January 2020.