Associate Lecturer/Lecturer

Overview:
- Full-Time, 3-Year Fixed Term Contract for an Associate Lecturer / Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF)Salary Academic Level A/B + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements-
- Based at the City campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University.About You

The Associate Lecturer in Public Relations - Early Career Development Fellow (ECDF) will be required to teach and conduct classes and studios in Public Relations and disciplines relevant to their field of expertise and assist in the academic and administrative, consultative and coordination tasks involved with these courses. Functions associated with the position include presentation of lectures and tutorials, assessment of students and course administration as well as industry engagement in line with the University's quality assurance requirements.
- The Associate Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF) is also required to undertake research activities in line with the University's research strategy. It is expected that the Associate Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF) will work under support and guidance to develop expertise in Public Relations teaching and research with an increasing degree of autonomy.

The Lecturer in Public Relations - Early Career Development Fellow (ECDF) is expected to contribute to the teaching and research efforts of the School, in Public Relations and disciplines related to their field of expertise. More specifically, the Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF) is responsible for carrying out teaching activities within undergraduate and postgraduate programs and for maintaining and advancing their scholarly, research and/or professional capabilities in Public Relations.
- The Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF) is also expected to actively promote the programs by establishing and maintaining memberships, links, and partnerships with academic, industry and professional communities. The Lecturer in Public Relations (ECDF) is expected to work collaboratively and collegially with fellow academics within the teaching team, and update colleagues and students on developments in Public Relations and related Communication disciplines.

To be successful in this position, you'll have / you'll have as a minimum:
Associate Lecturer:
Demonstrated ability to prepare and teach Public Relations programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including online delivery, and the ability to produce high quality curriculum or program materials.-
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning.-
- Evidence of research output including publications, conference contributions and/or technical reports in the field of Public Relations.-
- Ability to work autonomously whilst displaying a strong commitment to work in a team environment, including the demonstrated ability to work confidently and effectively with colleagues, project team leaders and industry partners.-
- Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and effectively manage varying workloads and respond to changing priorities as required.-
- Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication skills.-
- Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment.- Qualifications-
- Lecturer:
Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver Public Relations programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including online delivery, and the ability to produce high quality curriculum or program materials.-
- Ability to undertake course coordination role.-
- Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning.-
- Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs in Public Relations which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links.Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government.- **Qualifications**:
- Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field.About the School

School of Media and Communication within the College of Design and Social Context

The School of Media and Communication pushes the boundaries of digital knowledge creation and future-focused practice. The School has a deep engagement with industry and the community that allows research and teaching to respond creatively and innovatively to global conditions.
- In the most recent QS Rankings by Subject, RMIT was ranked 37th in the world for Communications and Media Studies.
- The School is home to a vibrant community of practitioners, theorists and t