Lecturer, Food Science and Technology

Full-time, continuing (permanent) position
- $118,308 - $140,147 (ALB) plus 17% superannuation
- Based at Bentley Campus, Perth, Western Australia

**Job Reference: 1068740**

**About the Role**:
The Agriculture and Food Discipline at Curtin University is recruiting for a Lecturer (Level B) teaching-focused position in Food Science and Technology. The Undergraduate and Postgraduate courses in Food Science and Technology at Curtin are taught by a dedicated team within the Agriculture and Food Science Discipline.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your academic career in a dynamic and collegial team of lecturers and researchers who train industry-ready undergraduate and postgraduate students.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Actively contribute to the organisation, planning, delivery and evaluation of teaching in Food Science and Technology.
- Demonstrate best practice, innovative teaching methods which enhance the student experience.
- Assess and provide feedback on student work, contributing to curriculum innovation and content design.
- Actively engage with the Agriculture and Food Science Discipline and promote a positive and inclusive work environment.
- Promote the Agriculture and Food Science Discipline within and outside the University community by engaging in service and leadership roles, as well as outreach activities.
- In all interactions with staff and students, demonstrate the University values of integrity, respect, courage, excellence and impact.

**Who we're looking for - Selection Criteria**:
**_Essential Criteria:_**
- PhD in Food Science and Technology or related discipline and at least two years of post-doctoral research or industry experience
- Demonstrated high level teaching skills and a demonstrated reflective approach to teaching delivery.
- A strong understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline and a record of contribution to the scholarship of teaching in the discipline.
- Demonstrated ability / experience / capacity to undertake unit coordination role.
- Demonstrated ability or potential to supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects
- Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
- Demonstrated commitment to integrity, health and safety, equity and inclusivity.

**Role Requirements**:

- As this is a continuing position, you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered. _Please note that visa sponsorship and/or relocation will _not_ be supported for this role._

**Your New Team-**School of Molecular and Life Sciences**:
Food Science and Technology courses are taught by a dedicated team within the Agriculture and Food Discipline, which is part of the highly dynamic School of Molecular and Life Sciences at Curtin University. The school encompasses 165 academic, research and professional staff, supporting learning to over 1000 students, and includes the Disciplines of Chemistry, Agriculture and Food, and Ecology.

We are an ambitious, multi-disciplinary and industry-focused team that seek to equip our students and graduates with the skills they need to make tomorrow better. Academics from different disciplines work together to perform high quality teaching and innovative research, and to support each other in achieving at the highest possible level in all aspects of academic life. The Head of School is Professor Sarina Claassens and the Discipline Lead of Agriculture and Food Science is Professor Sarita Bennett.

**Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace**:
At Curtin University, we are passionate about fostering an inclusive, diverse and welcoming environment in which all people feel respected, valued and safe. Curtin is dedicated to promoting gender equity and inclusivity in all areas. We are proud of our achievements to date and recognise that there is that there is more to do to improve employment outcomes for women and people of diverse gender identities, particularly in STEMM disciplines.

As an Athena SWAN accredited institution, we celebrate diversity and actively work to advance the representation of women and gender-diverse people in STEMM areas and empower individuals so they can thrive in their careers through a range of supportive initiatives, including leadership training, mentorship for early career progression and promotion, networking opportunities, and other professional development resources.

As reflected in the Athena Swan Charter, gender equality is a broader issue that extends beyond barriers affecting women alone, and we are committed to addressing these challenges holistically.

Additionally, we offer staff a competitive remuneration and benefits package, including but not limited to:

- 17% superannuation, plus a variety of salary packaging options.
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