Lecturer, History

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Work type: Fixed Term
Location: Melbourne (Bundoora)
Categories: Level B - Teaching & Research, Archaeology & History

About the position

This position sits within the History Program of the Department of Archaeology and History, part of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Department’s teaching and research activities are overseen by the Head of Department and also include the Centre for the Study of the Inland. Our researchers are recognised leaders in their fields, receiving awards and grants, publishing influential works, and regularly contributing expert commentary in the media.

Since 1967, the Department has fostered a collegial and supportive environment, with regular staff and postgraduate seminars and a strong, active research culture. With campuses in Mildura, Bendigo, Shepparton and Albury-Wodonga, La Trobe provides an excellent setting for regionally focused and community-engaged research.

The successful applicant will contribute to the Department’s research profile and take part in undergraduate teaching, as well as honours and postgraduate supervision where appropriate.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

- PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.

- Demonstrated capacity to coordinate and teach the third-year History subject, HIS3ANA: Anarchists, Terrorists and Freedom Fighters (in Semester 1).

- Demonstrated capacity to teach the second-year History subject, HIS2001: A Violent Century (in Semester 2).

- Demonstrated competence in teaching and curriculum development, including in online environments.

- Evidence of high-quality and/or high-impact research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity.

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

Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday the 16th of November, 2025

Position Enquiries: Emma Robertson, Head of Department, Archaeology & History

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

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

- Statement addressing essential criteria; and

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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: 22 Oct 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 16 Nov 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Join La Trobe’s Department of Archaeology and History to contribute to research, teaching, and a vibrant, collaborative academic community.

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