We are reducing the overall use of academic casual employment and providing meaningful pathways for casual academic staff to ongoing academic employment through our casual consolidation project.

To be eligible, you must (a) Have casual experience totalling at least two (2) teaching sessions at La Trobe University in the previous two (2) years; (b) Have not held a continuing position in a university in the previous three (3) years.

Are you passionate about transforming students' learning experiences and advancing knowledge in Statistics and Data Science? La Trobe University invites applications for a Lecturer (Level B, Teaching Focused) in the School of Computing, Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences at our Melbourne (Bundoora) campus.

About the Role: As a Lecturer, you will:

• Deliver innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Statistics and Data Science.
• Engage students through interactive lectures, tutorials, computer labs and workshops across online, blended, and in-person modes.
• Design and evaluate impactful curriculum initiatives to enhance employability skills.
• Mentor other academics in best teaching practices and contribute to scholarly activities at La Trobe’s Centre for Learning and Teaching.

What We’re Looking For:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Proven success in teaching and curriculum development, demonstrated by strong student feedback or awards.
• Evidence of innovative teaching methods that enhance the student experience.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team.

Ready to Make a Difference? Take the next step in your academic career at La Trobe University. Embrace an opportunity to inspire, innovate, and make a lasting impact on students and society.

Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Applicants from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. 

How to apply

Closing date: Thursday 28th of November 2024

Position Enquiries: Narelle Brack Head of Department of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, E. N.brack@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Melissa Magaton, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner E. m.magaton@latrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

 PD-Statistics and Data Sciences.docx

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• An up-to-date resume
• A response to the essential and desirable criteria

The recruitment process will include a video interview, a formal face-to-face interview may follow.

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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.