University of Canberra

SENIOR LECTURER / ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

LANGUAGE AND LITERACY EDUCATION

$83902 - $110725 Ref No. 08/2039

The Faculty of Education is seeking an enthusiastic and talented person in the area of language and literacy education. The position will be at either Level C or D (depending on experience) and will provide the opportunity for a person to make a difference in the teaching profession. The University is located in the national capital that enjoys a rich cultural ethos within the relaxed lifestyle of a rural region.

The successful applicant would have both academic and professional experience in language and literacy education. She/he would be responsible for the leadership of the literacy team and fostering research and postgraduate studies in this area.

This is a full time continuing position.

A minimum of two written referee reports are required to accompany the application.

Closing Date: 13 June 2008

The University is an EO employer offering excellent conditions and benefits including generous superannuation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

For more information on this position and how to apply, go to our website at http://www.canberra.edu.au/jobs or call 02 6201 2607 (24 hours).

Please refer to the Information for Applicants and the Position Documentation (see below) before applying for this position.

When applying, you must print, fill out and attach this Cover Sheet to your application. Note that the cover sheet is in Adobe PDF format. If you do not already have one, a program to read PDF files is available free from Adobe. Applicants should address the Selection Criteria, and include the names, addresses and fax numbers of at least 3 referees. Applications should be addressed to:

The University is AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Description

Position Title: Senior Lecturer of Language and Literacy Education

Faculty: Education

Appointment Level: Academic Level C

Reporting to: Discipline Head, Curriculum Studies

Position No: 10441

Vacancy Ref. No.: 08/2039

Position Purpose:

The appointee will be expected to make significant contributions to the teaching effort of the Faculty or an interdisciplinary area.The appointee is also expected to play a major role in scholarship, research and/or professional activities.

Duties:

Specific duties required of this level may include:

• The conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions and studio sessions.
• Initiation and development of course material.
• Course coordination.
• The preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars.
• Supervision of major honours or postgraduate research projects.
• Supervision of the program of study of honours students and of postgraduate students engaged in course work.
• The conduct of research.
• Significant role in research projects including, where appropriate, leadership of a research team.
• Involvement in professional activity.
• Consultation with students.
• Broad administrative functions.
• Marking and assessment.
• Attendance at Faculty meetings and a major role in planning or committee work.

Selection Criteria:

In determining experience relative to qualifications, regard will be had to teaching experience, experience in research, experience outside tertiary education, creative achievement, professional contributions and/or to technical achievement. In addition an appointee at this level will normally require a record of demonstrable scholarly and professional achievement in the relevant discipline area.

Essential:

1. Academic qualifications, at Doctoral level, or equivalent accreditation and standing, and recognised significant experience in the relevant discipline area.

2. Demonstrated capacity to design, develop, co-ordinate and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses.

3. Significant record of research and publication in an area of research strength within the Faculty.

4. Established links with outside organisations that are of benefit to the University.

5. Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.

6. Demonstrated academic leadership qualities in respect of teaching, research, community interaction and professional excellence.

7. Capacity and commitment to contribute to flexible modes of academic program development and delivery.

8. Willingness and capacity to oversee and/or engage in entrepreneurial activities of benefit to the University.

9. Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to implementation of equity and workplace health and safety principles.

Position Description

Position Title: Associate Professor of Language and Literacy Education

Faculty: Education

Appointment Level: Academic Level D

Reporting to: Discipline Head, Curriculum Studies

Position Number: 10441

Vacancy Ref. No.: 08/2039

Position Purpose:

The appointee will be expected to make significant contributions to all activities of the Faculty or interdisciplinary area and play a significant role within their profession or discipline. Academics at this level may be appointed in recognition of distinction in their disciplinary area.

Duties:

Specific duties required of this level may include:

• The conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops, student field excursions, clinical sessions and studio sessions.
• The development of and responsibility for curriculum/programs of study.
• Course coordination.
• The preparation and delivery of lectures and seminars.
• Supervision of major honours or postgraduate research projects.
• Supervision of the program of study of honours students and of postgraduate students engaged in course work.
• The conduct of research, including, where appropriate, leadership of a large research team.
• Significant contribution to the profession, and/or discipline.
• High level administrative functions.
• Consultation with students.
• Marking and assessment.
• Attendance at Faculty meetings.

Selection Criteria:

In determining experience relative to qualifications, regard will be had to teaching experience, experience in research, experience outside tertiary education, creative achievement, professional contributions and/or technical achievement. In addition an appointee at this level will normally require a record of demonstrable scholarly and professional achievement in the relevant discipline area. In addition there is a requirement for academic excellence, which may be evidenced by an outstanding contribution to teaching and/or research and/or the profession.

Essential:

1. Advanced academic qualifications, normally at Doctoral level, or equivalent accreditation and standing and recognised significant experience in the relevant discipline area.

2. Significant record of research and publication in an area of research strength within the Faculty.

3. Demonstrated links with outside organisations that are of benefit to the University.

4. Demonstrated capacity to design, develop, coordinate and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses and programs of study.

5. Demonstrated effective interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills.

6. Demonstrated academic leadership qualities in respect of teaching, staff mentoring, research, community interaction and professional excellence.

7. Demonstrated capacity to oversee and/or engage in entrepreneurial activities of benefit to the University.

8. Willingness and capacity to enhance the University’s provision of flexible modes of academic program development and delivery.

9. Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to implementation of equity and workplace health and safety principles.

For further information about the position contact Denis Goodrum on (02) 6201 2248. The University's cover sheet must accompany applications. Please do NOT send applications by fax or email.