Lecturer in Social Work

2 weeks ago


Crawley, Australia University Of Western Australia Full time

**School of Allied Health**

**Social Work and Social Policy**
- The successful applicant will be part of a dynamic team of SWSP colleagues delivering excellence in teaching and research
- Full-time, fixed-term appointment for 35 months
- Base salary range: Level B $105,043 - $124,301 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% superannuation

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

**About the team**

The School of Allied Health at The University of Western Australia is a research-intensive academic organisation giving material expression to the belief that excellence in research underpins excellence in teaching and community partnerships. The School has a reputation for a strong evidence based approach to research and education that is used for policy and practice development. The School aspires to be a school in which staff and students feel valued and supported in their individual and collective efforts to improve community health and wellbeing.

The Discipline of Social Work and Social Policy is located in the School and offers a two year postgraduate Master of Social Work, a four year undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work along with Higher Degree by Research option and Graduate Certificates in Child Protection and Mental Health.

**About the opportunity**

You will be responsible for sourcing and securing student field placements for the Master of Social Work. Extensive practice experience and strong networks within the health and human service sectors is important to the success of this role. The appointee will also be motivated to deliver quality teaching and unit coordination in social work. They will also undertake research and obtain research funding, individually or in collaboration, as well as supervising research students and contribute to the academic environment of the School.

To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:

- A PhD qualification is essential.
- Demonstrated knowledge of, and teaching experience in, Social Work in a university environment. A teaching portfolio is recommended evidence of teaching experience.
- Demonstrated ability to administer and coordinate academic units and programs in teaching and learning.
- Familiarity with flexible teaching methods, such as case enhanced learning and e-learning.
- Experience in the provision of placements in a tertiary environment including ability to develop appropriate systems and processes.
- Experience in social work practice in a relevant industry setting.
- Experience in the supervision of social work students on field placements.
- Knowledge of and strong networks within the health and human services sectors.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION Lecturer - Position Number 320951 - Level B final.pdf

You are required to address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria

**Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 13 January 2023**

This position is open to international applicants but will need to be eligible to register with the AASW.

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.**

**Our commitment to inclusion and diversity**

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution. We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.
- We have a globally competitive, gender neutral parental leave policy with 26 weeks paid leave after 12 months service and 36 weeks after 5 years.
- We have on-campus childcare facilities for children aged 6 weeks to kindy.
- We facilitate flexible working, with part-time and job-sharing arrangements considered.
- We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
- We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity.



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