Doctoral Teaching Assistant x 2

Details - Doctoral Teaching Assistant x 2

Doctoral Teaching Assistant x 2

Apply now Job no: 569894
Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Campus Independent
Categories: Level A - Teaching Focussed

- Campus independent -Can be based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus or any one of our Victorian regional campuses

- Fixed term opportunity for up to 3 years x 2 roles available

- Level A Academic (Teaching Focused)

- Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

This teaching-focused position is designed to help deliver our initial teacher education curriculum. The successful applicant will contribute to excellence in learning and teaching across the curriculum taught by the School of Education team. Applicants must be currently enrolled as a PhD student at La Trobe University, meeting the milestones of their doctorate, and have support from their principal supervisor for applying for this position.

Our School is structured into three collaborative departments — Learning Sciences & Emerging Technologies, Professional Practice & Workforce Development, and Social Equity & Inclusion — reflecting our commitment to connecting research, teaching, and partnerships to create meaningful change in classrooms and communities.

Our programs are grounded in evidence, powered by AI, and designed to prepare educators who are human-led, digitally fluent, and ready to meet the needs of diverse learners. We are expanding access through flexible, hybrid and online delivery, strengthening professional experience partnerships, and developing innovative career pathways to address critical workforce needs, particularly in regional and disadvantaged communities.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

- Completion of a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline, and current enrolment as a PhD candidate who is meeting the milestones of their PhD.

- Evidence of participation in higher level study relevant to the discipline or professional area – this position is only available to current La Trobe students and for a period not extending beyond the academic year in which the person ceases to be a student.

- Demonstrated ability to be effective in teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by, for example, high results on student feedback on teaching surveys relative to their peers, or through other forms of evidence.

- Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.

- Capacity to use subject administrative systems effectively, including timetabling, learning management systems, results reporting, and student record systems.

- Evidence of innovative teaching-related initiatives undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience.

- Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a collaborative and collegial manner.

- Ability to engage with the Scholarship of Learning and teaching.

Welcome Video - Victorian Regional campuses – See link below;

- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 11 January 2026

Position Enquiries: Melissa Barnes, Deputy Dean, Strategic Operations

Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;

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

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and must include the following documents to be considered for this position:

- Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position (max 1 page); and

- An up to date resume;

- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is 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

Advertised: 05 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

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