Lecturer in Education (Health and Physical Education)

Role type: Full-time, Continuing

Faculty: The Faculty of Education

Salary: Level B – $122,212 to $145,121 p.a. plus 17% super

• Advance excellence in teaching, research, and leadership within the Health, Outdoor, Physical Education and Sport disciplines, contributing meaningfully to both the Faculty of Education and broader academic community.
• Engage with innovative pedagogies and interdisciplinary scholarship, and shape the future of education in a dynamic and supportive environment.
• Enjoy a great benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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As Lecturer in Health and Physical Education, you will be a member of an academic team within the Health, Outdoor, Physical Education and Sport (HOPES) specialisation in the Faculty of Education, and play a pivotal role in advancing teaching, scholarship, engagement, and leadership while also contributing more broadly to the fields of teaching and teacher education. You will coordinate and deliver subjects at both undergraduate and graduate levels, with a particular emphasis on the Faculty of Education’s undergraduate breadth subjects and graduate initial teacher education programmes. In addition to your teaching responsibilities, you will enhance the faculty’s local and international reputation through scholarly activity aligned with its strategic priorities, supervise research students, and contribute to the development of future educators through high-quality research training.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and delivering diverse teaching modalities, developing and reviewing curricula, and coordinating subject administration including supervision of sessional staff.
• Assessing student progress through timely feedback, marking, moderation, supporting practical application of theory, and monitoring teaching quality for continuous improvement.
• Conducting and disseminating scholarship in the Health, Outdoor, Physical Education and Sport (HOPES) field, securing research funding, supervising graduate research students, and engaging in national and international academic forums.
• Providing leadership through contributing to professional development, participating in faculty and university committees, supporting colleagues, and engaging with relevant professional and community organisations.

You may be a great fit if:

You demonstrate exceptional interpersonal skills, building collaborative and constructive relationships within multidisciplinary teams and across the faculty. You exhibit a proactive and adaptable approach, embracing innovation and digital pedagogies to enhance teaching and learning experiences. With a commitment to continuous professional growth, you communicate effectively and provide thoughtful support to students and colleagues alike. Your capacity to lead with integrity, balance competing priorities, and contribute positively to a dynamic academic environment will be evident, underpinned by a genuine passion for education and the advancement of the Health, Outdoor, Physical Education and Sport disciplines.

You will also:

• Hold a PhD or research doctorate relevant to the Health, Outdoor, Physical Education and Sport (HOPES) specialist area with a focus on education and teaching.
• Demonstrate experience in course or subject development, subject coordination, and providing specialised support to students on placement.
• Maintain a developing research profile with a strong record of publications in leading academic outlets and the ability to contribute to research funding and supervision of graduate research students.
• Possess proficiency in digital literacy and familiarity with contemporary digital pedagogies to support innovative research, learning, and teaching practices.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – The Faculty of Education

The Faculty of Education (FoE) fosters staff productivity, growth and engagement in a collective effort to enrich the contribution that education makes to society. We conduct research and teaching that leads to the transformation of education practice both within and beyond the profession. Faculty of Education stimulates learning that enriches the potential of students from around the world, enabling meaningful careers and profound contributions to communities. We provide research leadership, setting the direction for high-impact, innovative and responsive research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We lead purposeful engagement with society, sharing our resources and expertise as part of collaborative efforts to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable future.

Be Yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0416 888 299 or send an email titled ‘Reasonable Adjustments’ to [email protected]. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at [email protected].

Working at the University – what you need to know

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
• The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description)

^For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Petra Newton via email at [email protected], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: Sunday 24th August at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

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