Job Reference: 1224066
In collaboration with the National Tertiary Education Union (NTEU), Curtin University is pleased to invite applications as part of our Academic Casual Conversion Program (the Program') within the Curtin University Enterprise Bargaining Agreement (2022-2025).
About the Program This initiative underscores our commitment to fostering a supportive and dynamic academic community. The Program is designed to transition casual academics into ongoing roles, enhancing the stability and career progression opportunities for our valued sessional staff.
To be eligible to apply for this position under the program, applicants need to:
Applications that are eligible under the program will be assessed on merit. Only if the position cannot be filled with an eligible candidate, will Curtin consider other applicants.
About this Opportunity The School of Education is seeking to enhance its capacity and leadership within Education through the appointment of 5 x Continuing Academics, with appointments commencing at either Associate Lecturer (ALA) or Lecturer (ALB) levels, who will undertake teaching and scholarship related to learning and teaching. Applicants who hold a doctorate should apply as ALB (Lecturer), and those without a doctorate should apply as ALA (Associate Lecturer). You will need to be passionate about delivering high-quality, modern and innovative teaching and scholarship, and knowledgeable about how that teaching and scholarship (a) informs quality pre-service teacher and early childhood education, (b) supports students, teachers, administrators, academics, community members and policy makers to understand and act on their agency, (c) works to include language, culture and pedagogical traditions of First Nations people, and (d) advocates for equity and excellence in education.
We currently have the below opportunities available:
Associate Lecturer/Lecturer Full time (part time will be considered). Teaching Academics with a background and specialisation in Education may apply in one or more of the following subject areas:
Join us! (Please note that responses to the Selection Criteria should be 2 - 4 pages max) Your application should include a cover letter, your CV and a separate document addressing the selection criteria (noted within the Academic Role Statement or below) to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Essential Criteria
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About the School of Education The School of Education at Curtin University has offered programs that embrace innovation in learning technologies, theory and practice since 1975, with the aim of preparing highly skilled and informed graduates who can teach and work in a fast-changing world. Curtin's partnerships with schools and education providers in all sectors reflect our desire to work collaboratively to develop highly sought-after graduates. The School is a unique and attractive place to undertake teaching and research as our degrees are taught into all states and territories in Australia, meaning our reach and networks are broad. Additionally, we have strong ties with state and federal levels of government, and benefit from being in proximity to the Western Australia Department of Education, which has its headquarters in Perth.
The school has undergone many changes and commenced several exciting initiatives over the last few years and boasts multiple ARC Discovery and ARC Linkage grant winners. Our academics are contributing important research related to many aspects of education, publishing consistently at a high level and seeing their work informing practice in schools across Australia. The school also houses the WA node of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, a high-profile ARC project collaboration that includes academics from Curtin's Schools of Education, Allied Health, and Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry.
For more information about our School, please visit https: // www. curtin.edu.au/about/learning-teaching/humanities/education/
Why Choose Curtin? Curtin University is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes a gym, childcare, medical centre, art gallery, hotel, endless food options including a supermarket, beautiful gardens, end-of-trip facilities, accessible parking, and excellent public transport connections.
For more information about our university, please visit www. curtin.edu.au
Applications close : Tuesday 25th of June 2024
Salary Scales Link For Academics: https: // tinyurl.com/5fes36ek
Applicants should note that prior to appointment, any offer of employment is subject to completion of National Police Records checks, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin's satisfaction. At Curtin, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation, and this position may also require you to have a current Working With Children Check.
If you have any questions about the application process, please contact our Curtin Careers team on 08 9266 9000 (option 3, 1) or [email protected]