Sydney, NEW South Wales University of Sydney

• This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW)
• Opportunity to support students from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent undertaking extended bachelor programs
• Full time, fixed term until 31/12/2024, offering a base salary of $135K – $156Kp.a., and generous employer’s contribution to superannuation

 
 
About the opportunity 
 
The Senior Lecturer position has been created to support students in the Extended Bachelor Program commencing in 2022. This is a four-year degree for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students to undertake studies in an academically and culturally supported environment. It provides students with an opportunity to make connections between in-depth discipline study and knowledge of culture and practice.
 
The degree includes a 12 month ‘Foundation year’, comprising foundational literacy and mathematics within the following new structures: Bachelor of Arts (Extended); Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Sciences (Extended); and Bachelor of Science (Extended).
 
One additional year of study is offered in Block Mode (‘Away From Base’) to enable students to enjoy their learning in a supportive environment being gradually introduced to life on campus at The University of Sydney.
 
The Senior Lecturer – Extended Bachelor Program position sits within the Sydney School of Education and Social Work (SSESW) at the University of Sydney. The successful applicant will support students within the Bachelor of Arts (Extended) and Bachelor of Liberal Arts and Science (Extended), working in collaboration with another student experience coordinator based in the Faculty of Science.
 
The Sydney School of Education and Social Work is a national and international leader in Education, Social Work and Social Policy committed to excellence in professional practice’ rigorous research into the social, political, and cultural contexts of education, social work and social policy’ critical engagement with theory, policy and practice in ways designed to transform communities and individual lives in socially just ways. Our work is characterized by strong relationships between research, scholarship, teaching and learning that contribute to building partnerships for professional practice, critical research and policy.
 
 
About you
 
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for a Senior Lecturer – Extended Bachelor Program (Identified) who has:
 

• demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander societies and cultures, including an understanding of the issues affecting people in contemporary Australian society and the diversity of circumstances of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• a PhD in an academic field relevant to the discipline or other higher professional qualifications appropriate to their discipline
• significant experience in supervising others and coordinating team activities
• an understanding of and ability to support an academic endeavour from curriculum design to producing leading research and providing a student enabling environment
• an established network of relationships with key academic, industry and professional institutions, partners and stakeholders that can be leveraged to enhance the standing of the discipline, School/ Faculty and University
• deep and broad experience in teaching and learning, as evidenced by participation in team teaching within an established program and experience in teaching in a variety of settings
• a developing knowledge and understanding of the key strategic issues in the higher education sector
• demonstrated excellence in research, scholarly activities relevant to the discipline and educational design and practice
• acknowledged at a national level as influential in expanding knowledge within the discipline and/or in pedagogical or curriculum innovation

 
This is an identified position open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. Confirmation of Aboriginality must be provided by applicants. Please upload your identity confirmation in your application
 
Other
 
This position is designated as involving child-related work. To undertake or remain in this position, you are required to apply for and obtain a Working With Children Check clearance in accordance with the Child Protection (Working With Children) Act 2012.
 
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
 
 
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
 
 
How to Apply
 
All applications must be submitted via the University of Sydney careers website.
 
Click here to apply.
 
Closing date: Monday 10 January 2022
 
This position has been designated for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people only, under the provisions of section 126 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). 
 
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The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
 
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