• Part Time (.2 FTE)
• Position based at La Trobe’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• Fixed term up to 3 years
• Current La Trobe PhD Candidates only eligible to apply

About the position

A Level A academic with a teaching-focussed appointment in the Archaeology Program will be expected to contribute to the development of curriculum, assist in the coordination of subjects, teach, mark student work, and support students as they learn (particularly at undergraduate level). In addition, a teaching-focussed academic will support the administrative functions of the Archaeology Program. They will undertake scholarly work relevant to the development of learning and teaching in their discipline or professional field.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• Completed a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• Evidence of participation in higher-level study relevant to the discipline of archaeology – this position is only available to current La Trobe students and for a period not extending beyond the academic year in which the person ceases to be a student. 
• Demonstrated ability to be effective in teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by, for example, high results on student feedback on teaching surveys relative to their peers, or through other forms of evidence.

• Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds

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

Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below: 

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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 Monday the 2^nd of June 2025

Position Enquiries:    Emma Robertson, Head of Department, Archaeology & History

Email: emma.robertson@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries:  Madeleine Parker, Talent Acquisition Consultant,

Email: m.parker@laatrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

 PD-Associate Lecturer Archaeology.pdf

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 addressing your suitability for the position; and
• An up to date resume

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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.