- Full time
- Continuing
- Bundoora Campus
- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference!
About the position
The School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport offers a range of general and specialist undergraduate and postgraduate courses that are rigorous and attuned to meeting the needs of students in ensuring their readiness to work in changing environments. Located on the Bundoora Campus, the position sits within the discipline of Sport and Exercise Science in the Department of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition Sciences.
This position will contribute to the design and delivery of the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management and conduct research in the field of sport and recreation management.
This position will work closely with the Course Coordinator of the Bachelor of Sport and Recreation Management to develop the industry network to support the delivery of the program.
Duties will include but are not limited to:
- Develop, coordinate and teach a high-quality learning experience that engages students through the conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions and/or studio sessions.
- Demonstrate a scholarly approach to learning and teaching and contribute to disciplinary teaching pedagogy and research.
- Keep abreast of innovations in teaching and learning in areas such as, but not restricted to, online and blended delivery and incorporate where appropriate, to continually develop professional practice skills/knowledge and expertise.
- Participate in innovative course level curriculum design, development, and review.
- Conduct and publish, or otherwise disseminate high quality and/or high impact research as a member of a team or independently and produce conference/seminar papers and publications from that research.
- Contribute to a robust and ambitious research culture by seeking research funding, and publishing and disseminating research findings.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have
- Completion of a PhD recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in curriculum development and teaching with a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Ability to encourage intellectual development and career aspirations of students.
- Strong record of research publication in sport and recreation management, with appropriate evidence of quality and impact.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
- Demonstrated effectiveness in liaising with external organizations/agencies and/or the general public.
- Demonstrated expertise and experience in community recreation program delivery, working with diverse populations, and community focused sport management organisation operations.
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, Sunday 22nd September 2024
Position Enquiries: Paul Gastin, Professor Sport and Exercise Science
via Email P.Gastin@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultant
via Email Lisa.White@latrobe.edu.au
Position Description below:
PD - Level B Lecturer Sport and Recreation Management.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;
- An up to date resume; and
- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.
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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.
