Tfa Level A Or B (Speech Pathology)

• Work in a high performing and motivated team
• Teach units of study in our Speech pathology degrees
• The position is located at our Footscray Park Campus

About Us:

At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Role:

The overall purpose of this role is to make significant contributions to the teaching effort in the speech pathology discipline, specifically in the teaching of theoretical units of study and to contribute to the College through academic relevant administrative activities. An academic at this level is also expected to play a role in scholarship and professional activities.

The position will design and teach Units of study in our speech pathology courses. The position will be required to teach into the undergraduate and post graduate programs at the university and support the professional practicum program.

People who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders are particularly encouraged to apply for this role and can seek support or assistance from the Director of the University's Moondani Balluk Indigenous Academic Unit.

This is a full-time ongoing position at a Teaching Focused Academic A, $82,415 - $100,373 or Level B $105,662 - $125,473 (depending on experience) plus 17% superannuation, working 36. 75 hours per week.

Examples of duties you may perform include:

About You:

The successful incumbent will be someone with energy who is innovative, progressive and collaborative in the way they work. They will be an excellent communicator who interacts well with others across the College and the University. The Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Speech Pathology will contribute to the strength of the discipline of Speech Pathology within the University by collaborating with Speech Pathology staff across First Year College and in the College of Sport, Health and Engineering in teaching.

What We Offer:

For information on our employee benefits, flexible working, discounts in private health insurance and gym memberships and salary packaging please visit https://www.vu.edu.au/staff/benefits-services-for-staff

How to apply

For a position description containing the selection criteria, please click here: Position Description - Teaching Focused Academic (Speech Pathology)

To view a copy of the position description, please click here. Your application must include:

• A cover letter,
• Your curriculum vitae/resume,
• Your responses to the Key Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registrations

Application Closing Date: Thursday the 5 th of December 2024 (11:59pm AEST).

Who Do You Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Karen Dodd, Executive Dean CoSHE by email at karen.dodd@vu.edu.au

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Victoria University is committed to inclusion, equity and diversity. VU encourages applications from women,gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU:

Victoria University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure that our employees have positive, barrier-free work environments that accommodate their access needs. Employees who require adjustments are encouraged to discuss their needs with their line manager.