Position Number: 0063906, 0063907, 0063908 Location: Parkville Campus, Melbourne, Australia Role type: Full-time; Continuing (tenure track) Faculty: Science Department/School: School of Physics Salary: Level A – $83,468 - $113,262 p.a plus 17% superannuation (pension)
About the Role In this exciting role, you will be responsible for delivering engaging, face-to-face teaching of undergraduate subjects within the School of Physics, using innovative, evidence-based methods for teaching and assessment. You will inspire students through dynamic lectures, tutorials, practicals, and workshops, while also coordinating subjects, assessing student performance, and providing support through consultations. Additionally, you will contribute to the development of subject content and teaching materials, with opportunities to explore pedagogical research and drive innovation within the School's teaching practices.
Your responsibilities will include:
Who We Are Looking For You will be deeply passionate about both physics and education, with a strong commitment to enhancing student learning and fostering curiosity and critical thinking. Your enthusiasm for teaching will drive you to inspire students and continuously improve your teaching methods.
You will also have:
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
Your New Team – “School of Physics“ The University of Melbourne's School of Physics is one of Australia's leading Physics Schools. It has achieved this status through the high quality of its research and teaching programs. The School offers a wide range of physics subjects to undergraduate and postgraduate students, and performs research in the following areas: Astrophysics, Atomic, Molecular and Optical Physics, Experimental Condensed Matter Physics, Experimental Particle Physics, Materials Science, Physical Biosciences, Theoretical Condensed Matter Physics and Theoretical Particle Physics.
The School of Physics hosts the following ARC Centre of Excellence groups:
The School also plays a major role in the Australian Synchrotron research program, and in the development of the Stawell Underground Physics Laboratory.
Currently some 30 academics, 51 research-only staff, more than 95 postgraduate students and 72 associates supported by 23 professional staff make up the School of Physics. The School additionally hosts 1 Thomas Baker Chair and Melbourne Laureate Professor, 2 ARC Future Fellows and 1 ARC Discovery Early Career Researcher. Skilled technical staff operate, maintain and develop complex instrumentation and equipment to support the teaching and research activities of the School. The School is located in the David Caro building on the Swanston Street boundary of the University campus. The Head of School and majority of the Professional staff are housed on the ground floor of the building to act as the first point of contact for students, staff and visitors.
What We Offer You! In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check outour benefits page!
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Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
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Applications close: 1st December 2024 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.
Position Description:0063906Education Associate PhysicsPD.pdf
Advertised: 01 Nov 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Dec 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time