Casual Academic Employment in Politics

3 weeks ago


Perth, Australia Murdoch University Full time

Murdoch University is seeking Expressions of Interest for casual academic employment in its Politics, International Relations, and Security programs.

We are a busy academic team that offers undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in a number of degrees and majors, including the Bachelor of Global Security, Bachelor of Arts and Master of Public Policy and Management.

We are seeking to register a network of casual tutors and lecturers who are available for teaching in any 2023 or 2024 study term.

If you would like to be considered for future teaching opportunities, please submit your Expression of Interest and current CV by following the instructions at the end of this ad.
- Australian and international political systems
- Public policy and governance
- Public administration and management
- Media and politics
- International relations
- Human and environmental security
- Cybersecurity and policy
- Corruption and anti-corruption
- Terrorism and counterterrorism

Applicants must be able to provide online and face-to-face classes on our campus in Perth, and have the right to work in Australia.

About Us

Murdoch’s Politics, International Relations and Security programs are offered in a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, including the market-leading Bachelor of Global Security.

Our Majors include:

- Politics and International Studies,
- Environment, Conflict and Security,
- Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies
- Cyberspace, Policy and Security

Our expert academic staff are specialists in such areas as public policy, governance, security and international affairs. The team has wide-reaching relationships with governments, industry and NGOs. We have particular expertise in the Indo-Pacific region, arising from the former Asia Research Centre and the newly-launched Indo-Pacific Research Centre.

Casual teaching roles are an excellent opportunity for academics, postgraduates and professionals in Politics, International Relations and Security who seek to build a strong and interdisciplinary teaching portfolio in university education.

The Role

Our units are often team-taught by a skilled group of academics and practitioners. Successful applicants will work closely with others in the delivery of undergraduate and/or postgraduate Politics, International Relations and Security units.

Successful applicants are expected to:

- Prepare and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate classes in face-to-face, online and blended modes.
- Have a thorough knowledge of the topic or skills they are teaching.
- Be able to communicate their knowledge clearly.
- Possess enthusiasm for learning and teaching.
- Work effectively and professionally with others.
- Be encouraging and approachable, treating all students fairly.
- Demonstrate good organizational, communication and presentation skills
- Meet deadlines.
- Be punctual, and come to class prepared.
- Act in accordance with occupational health and safety practices, University policies and procedures, and legislative requirements at all times.

What You’ll Bring to this Role
- Expertise in the theory and practice of Politics, International Relations, Security or related areas, demonstrated by a completed PhD or Masters qualification, current enrolment in a postgraduate research or coursework degree, and/or equivalent industry experience.
- Ability to teach into priority areas of our programs.
- Commitment to promoting student engagement and retention through teaching and learning.
- Excellent communicative ability in English.
- Excellent problem-solving, time management and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proficient administrative skills to support your academic duties.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching and/or research is desirable.

How to apply

Applicants who meet the above selection criteria are invited to lodge an Expression of Interest here, which should include a cover letter and up-to-date CV.


The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.



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