Details - Lecturer, Data Analytics

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.

About the role

La Trobe University is seeking a passionate and practice‑oriented Lecturer in Data Analytics to join the Department of Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics and Finance within La Trobe Business School.

This teaching‑focused academic role will contribute to high‑quality learning and teaching across Data Analytics programs, including subject coordination, curriculum development and the delivery of engaging, experiential learning. You will play a key role in connecting students with industry‑relevant practice while contributing to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in the discipline.

This is an excellent opportunity for an educator with strong disciplinary expertise who is motivated to innovate in learning and teaching and make a meaningful impact on student outcomes.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver high‑quality teaching in Data Analytics through workshops, practical classes, simulations and other experiential learning activities.
• Design, develop and review curriculum at subject and course level using evidence‑based teaching approaches.
• Provide effective consultation, assessment and timely, constructive feedback to students.
• Contribute to the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoLT), including scholarly outputs and the sharing of good practice through seminars or conferences.
• Engage with industry and represent the discipline or School at relevant external events.
• With appropriate mentoring support, seek internal and/or external funding for teaching and learning improvement initiatives.
• Participate in the collegial, administrative and governance activities of the Department and School.

Skills and experience

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• A PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing in Data Analytics or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated competence in university teaching, subject coordination and curriculum development.
• Evidence of innovative teaching or curriculum initiatives within the past three years that have enhanced the student experience, including evaluation of their effectiveness.
• Demonstrated engagement with the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.
• Ability or demonstrated capacity to obtain funding for learning and teaching improvement projects.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, collegial academic environment.

How to apply

Closing date: 15 February

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

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

An up-to-date resume

A response to the essential criteria

Position Description  LBS - PD-Level-B-Data Analytics -Teaching-Focussed - 2026.pdf

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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.