Senior Lecturer In Speech Pathology (Teaching Focussed Academic)

Description:

Victoria University is seeking a Senior Lecturer in Speech Pathology (Teaching Focussed Academic) to enhance the Colleges engagement in academic relevant administrative and research endeavours.

• Work in a high performing and motivated team at our Footscray Campus
• Demonstrate leadership and mentoring to other academics and HDR students
• Deliver high quality material to our undergraduate and postgraduate students

About Us:

At Victoria University (VU), our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:
The overall purpose of the role is to make significant contributions to the teaching effort in the Speech Pathology discipline and to contribute to the College through academic relevant administrative, scholarly and professional activities and some research activities.

You will design and teach units, including online and preparatory material as well as convene units of study. You will also be required to teach into the undergraduate and postgraduate programs at the University, supervise Honours and project students and have supervisory responsibilities for some staffing.

This is a full-time continuing position at a Teaching Focussed Academic Level C $134,005 - $154,514 plus 17% superannuation classification, working 36.75 (1 FTE) hours per week.

Duties:

An example of duties you may perform will include:

• Work with Speech Pathology and relevant other staff to develop high quality materials to teach and convene units in the postgraduate and undergraduate Speech Pathology discipline;
• Participate in administrative duties and academic leadership such as Course Chair and/or Unit Convener, attend discipline and college meetings and/or membership of a number of College and or University committees.
• Independently prepare and deliver curriculum content, including unit coordination, marking, assessment and consultation with students.
• Independently and in collaboration with other relevant staff, conduct and disseminate research in areas of expertise in accordance with the expectations for the level of appointment.
• Support the professional practicum program and enhance industry partnerships.

About You:

Preference will be given to applicants possessing proficiency in voice and stuttering or audiology. Our speech pathology program fosters a supportive atmosphere with a vibrant culture to join our high-achieving team.

The ideal candidate will be dynamic, forward-thinking and collaborative. They will excel in communication and demonstrate effective interaction with colleagues across the College and the University.

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff.

How to Apply?

For a position description click here: TFA Senior Lecturer - Speech Pathology
Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrations

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD), Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islanders and/or all abilities are encouraged to apply

Applications close on Wednesday the 15th of April 2025 (11:59pm AEST)

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Karen Dodd, Executive Dean College of Sport, Health and Engineering at Karen.Dodd@vu.edu.au for any questions about the role.
Our Commitment to Protecting Country:
Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.
Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU

The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field and at this leadership level. The University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated contact person for the role to discuss their needs.