- Part-Time, Fixed Term until 14 December 2028
- Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
- Level A Classification - $81,594 - $109,305 + 17% superannuation
- Level B Classification - $114,855 - $135,633 + 17% superannuation
About the position
La Trobe University is a leading provider of health and wellbeing education and research in Australia. Part of La Trobe’s health education strategy includes construction of a new Clinical Teaching Building and student-led clinic, providing additional state of the art facilities for orthoptics education and an outstanding student and staff experience.
Associate Lecturer, Orthoptics
A Level A teaching focused position will support high-quality teaching and learning within the Discipline of Orthoptics.
With guidance from subject coordinators, this position delivers high-quality teaching in various formats, lectures, tutorials, practical and clinical sessions, both in person and online. Responsibilities include providing prompt feedback, collaborating on curriculum design, sharing practices within La Trobe’s SOLT, supporting knowledge transfer, building local partnerships, and completing assigned administrative duties.
Lecturer, Orthoptics
A Level B teaching focused position will involve developing curriculum, teaching and undertaking scholarly work relevant to Orthoptics, contributing to both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the discipline.
The position includes delivering high-quality teaching across multiple formats, leading teaching improvements, supervising Honours and/or Masters students, evaluating teaching effectiveness with evidence-based methods, sharing best practices within La Trobe’s SOLT, and performing other tasks as assigned by department leadership.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
Associate Lecturer, Orthoptics
- Masters degree in Orthoptics or clinical experience equivalent to this qualification.
- Sound knowledge, expertise, and skills in at least one or more of the key areas of orthoptic practice with a commitment to ongoing development of disciplinary and teaching expertise.
- Demonstrated capability and commitment to delivering high-quality, student-centered learning and teaching across face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, with experience engaging students and fostering independent learning.
- Demonstrated engagement in teaching innovation, with early examples of contributions that support or enhance the student learning experience.
Lecturer, Orthoptics
- Masters degree in Orthoptics or clinical experience equivalent to this qualification.
- Sound knowledge, expertise, and skills in at least one or more of the key areas of orthoptic practice with a commitment to ongoing development of disciplinary and teaching expertise.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.
- Evidence of innovative initiatives undertaken that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives.
Please refer to the Position Descriptions for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
PD - Level A - Teaching Focussed, Orthoptics.docx
PD - Level B - Teaching Focussed, Orthoptics.docx
Benefits
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: By 11:55pm on Sunday, 14 December 2025
Position Enquiries: Associate Professor Connie Koklanis
Email: k.koklanis@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover Letter; and
- An up-to-date Resume; and
- A separate document with responses to ALL Essential Criteria which are located in the Position Descriptions
Please scroll down to apply.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future
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