Wednesday, August 28, 2019

Senior Lecturer (Education-Focused), Monash University, Australia [Update: deadline extended to Friday 27 September 2019, 11:55 pm AEST]

Senior Lecturer (Education-Focused), Monash University, Australia.

Job No.: 593154
Location: Melbourne Australia, Monash University Clayton campus
Employment Type: Full-time
Duration: Continuing appointment 
Remuneration: $119,072 - $137,298 pa Level C (plus 17% employer superannuation)
  • Be inspired, every day
  • Drive your own learning at one of the world’s top 80 universities
  • Take your career in exciting, rewarding directions
Everyone needs a platform to launch a satisfying career. At Monash, we give you the space and support to take your career in all kinds of exciting new directions. You’ll have access to quality research, infrastructure and learning facilities, opportunities to collaborate internationally, as well as the grants you’ll need to publish your work. We’re a university full of energetic and enthusiastic minds, driven to challenge what’s expected, expand what we know, and learn from other inspiring, empowering thinkers.
The Opportunity
The School of Physics and Astronomy at Monash University invites applications for the position of Senior Lecturer (Education-Focused).
Candidates will be expected to have an outstanding record of teaching and scholarship/research and be capable of providing leadership in innovative pedagogy. Applicants with a background in any area of physics or astronomy/astrophysics are encouraged to apply. We are interested in creative educators, who are able to make an impact in our physics/astrophysics teaching programs. To be considered you will have a PhD in physics or astronomy/astrophysics, demonstrable ability to perform independent scholarship/research, and a strong commitment to innovative teaching and learning – particularly related to active learning.
The School of Physics and Astronomy is a research leader with a strong international reputation in observational astronomy & astrophysics, experimental physics, theoretical and computational physics. Monash University is a leading Australian research university that ranks in the top-100 globally. Monash University is located in Melbourne, which is a major cosmopolitan centre and has been ranked among the world’s most liveable cities.
Monash University recognises the need to be diverse, inclusive, and excellent. The School of Physics and Astronomy seeks to increase the diversity of the School, particularly the number of academic staff members from diverse genders, in order to add distinct viewpoints and broader experiences to research and teaching, and to inspire the next generation of students and staff. Therefore the School strongly encourages applications from suitably qualified candidates of all genders.
This role is a full-time position; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.
At Monash University, we are committed to being a Child Safe organisation. This position at the University will require the incumbent to hold a valid Working with Children Check.   
How to Apply
All applications should be made via the link in the official job posting, which is 
Your application must address the selection criteria. Please refer to the position description and “How to apply for Monash Jobs”.
Enquiries
Professor Michael Morgan, Head of School, School of Physics and Astronomy, Michael.J.Morgan@monash.edu
Closing Date
Friday 30 August 2019, 11:55 pm AEST