Details - Lecturer, Computer Science and Information Technology T&R (Casual Consolidation role open to current LTU casuals only)

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 shaping the future of computer science and IT education while advancing research in AI, data, and cloud technologies? Join La Trobe University's School of Computing, Engineering, and Mathematical Sciences as a Lecturer in Computer Science and IT. We are seeking a driven academic with a commitment to excellence in teaching and a research focus on AI applications in the medical and health sectors.

About the Role:

As a Lecturer, you will:

• Develop and deliver engaging, high-quality tutorials, practical classes, and workshops.
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and pedagogy in computer science.
• Publish impactful research independently or as part of a team, focusing on AI, big data, and cloud technologies.
• Supervise and mentor postgraduate students in research.
• Actively seek external funding for research projects.

What You Bring:

• A PhD in Computer Science, IT, or a related field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience and curriculum development skills.
• A track record of impactful research publications in AI, data, and cloud technologies.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative spirit.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and continuous professional development.

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

Position Enquiries: Prakash Veeraraghavan, Head of Department, Computer Sciences and IT E. p.veera@latrobe.edu.au

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

Position Description below:

 Lecturer CIT PD.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.