Details - Lecturer, Biochemistry / Cell Biology (Teaching Focused)

• Full-Time, Fixed Term Position until December 31^st, 2027
• Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B Classification Level
• Base Salary from $114,855 + 17% superannuation

About the position

A Level B teaching-focused academic is responsible for curriculum development, subject coordination, teaching, and scholarly activities in biochemistry, cell biology, or related fields, working independently. They contribute to their discipline locally and nationally, participate in professional activities, and are expected to demonstrate and maintain teaching excellence, as shown by student and peer feedback and other evidence-based measures.

Key teaching responsibilities include:

• applying evidence-based approaches to develop and assess teaching initiatives;
• contributing to the university’s Scholarship of Teaching and Learning by sharing best practices;
• coordinating and teaching subjects to ensure engaging, high-quality student experiences across various delivery modes;
• providing constructive and timely student feedback;
• participating in innovative curriculum design and review, especially for online and blended learning; and
• prioritising the integration of employability skills into the curriculum.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• a PhD degree in Biochemistry, Cell Biology or closely aligned discipline;
• demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence;
• evidence of innovative initiatives using cutting edge approaches undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives;
• demonstrated ability or potential to engage with the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL);

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

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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 on Sunday January 4^th, 2026

Position Enquiries:  Associate Professor Christine Hawkins

Email: c.hawkins@latrobe.edu.au 

Recruitment Enquiries:  recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

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; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document responding to ALL the Essential Criteria 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.

Why La Trobe: 

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact. 
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics 
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future

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