Lecturer, Public Health

**Job no**: 564417
**Work type**: Full-time, Level B - Teaching and Research
**Location**: Geelong - City
**Categories**: Health
- Based at our Geelong, Waurn Ponds or Waterfront Campus
- Full-time and continuing
- Level B $113,157 - $133,837 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)
- Applications are currently being accepted exclusively from our current and former sessional academic cohorts at Deakin. Applicants must have been engaged as a sessional academic at Deakin within two years of the advertising date to be eligible to apply. Applications that do not meet this criteria will not be considered at this time.

**Why work with us?**

At Deakin you will have access to benefits such as a variety of leave options including generous parental leave and the ability to purchase additional leave; flexible working arrangements to help manage your work-life balance; ongoing learning and development opportunities to grow your career; an inclusive and supportive culture and environment to work in, both online and on campus.

**Who are we?**

The School of Health and Social Development at Deakin University invites you to lead and inspire in the field of Speech Pathology. Be part of a prestigious team dedicated to advancing health and social well-being through cutting-edge research, teaching, and community partnerships.

**Responsibilities of the Role**:
**_ Education and Employability_**
- Lead and collaborate with teaching teams to create innovative, accessible, and inclusive educational materials.
- Design and assess units, providing clear criteria and constructive feedback to support student learning and engagement.
- Foster educational excellence through mentorship, support for junior colleagues, and implementation of research-informed teaching practices.

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Research and Innovation_**
- Conduct impactful research, building a strong national reputation in the field through high-quality, publishable work.
- Mentor students and support their professional development, focusing on high-quality, timely research outcomes.

**_ University Citizenship and Engagement_**
- Support and implement community and university-wide engagement initiatives, contributing to a positive university culture and strategic objectives.

**To be successful, you’ll have**:

- Completion, near completion, or enrolment for a doctoral qualification in the field of public health or a relevant field, or an equivalent accreditation and standing
- Record of scholarly learning and teaching in UG and/or PG programs, including innovative curriculum design
- Developing a profile in research and scholarship through publications and/or success in obtaining external research funding.
- Ability to contribute to communities through research and teaching.
- Capacity to contribute to leadership of research and administration.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to establish good working relationships with colleagues.
- Membership in professional bodies such as the Public Health Association of Australia (PHAA) is preferred but not essential.

**Here's how to apply**:
Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

**Applications for this position close on Friday 8 November**

**Are You Ready?**

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

**Advertised**: 01 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
**Applications close**: 08 Nov 2024 AUS Eastern Daylight Time