Position Details
Continuing | Full-Time
Academic Level A (Teaching Specialist) | $83,500 - $101,192 p.a.
Academic Level B (Teaching Specialist) | $106,403 - $125,917 p.a.
Location: Tonsley / Kaurna Country
View Associate Lecturer in Computer Science Position Description
About the About the College of Science and Engineering
At the College of Science and Engineering we believe in the power of science and engineering to solve real world problems. We strive to advance fundamental science, to create new technologies, and to work across discipline boundaries. Our interests scale from the sub-atomic through to entire oceans, forests and beyond. We seek to understand the past, but also to create the world of the future. Our College is an exciting place to research, study, and work, supported by best practice teaching methods, practical work-related learning, and advanced facilities.
About the Role
The College of Science and Engineering is seeking an Associate Lecturer or Lecturer in Computer Science, to join the talented academic staff at Flinders University. As a Teaching Specialist you will focus on teaching and teaching-related activities which involve the creation, delivery, and continuous quality improvement of university-level education.
As the Associate Lecturer/Lecturer, you will be accountable for contributing to excellence in teaching and learning across the suite of computing related topics within the Computing and Mathematical Sciences Teaching Program.
You will be required to contribute to teaching and the scholarship of teaching using innovations in teaching practices and technologies, that will enhance the student experience. Other responsibilities of the role may include curriculum design and review, contributing towards maintaining internal and external compliance and accreditation of courses and utilising advancements in education technologies.
About You
Candidates will be determined to be suitable for Level A or Level B positions depending on their relevant experience. The successful candidate for a lecturer position in Computer Science will demonstrate:
As the Associate Lecturer in Computer Science, you will have:
Satisfactory completion of a four-year tertiary qualification in an area of computing.
Completion of, or significant progress towards a PhD in an area of computing.
Experience teaching a range of introductory and intermediate level computing related topics in a tertiary environment.
Demonstrated evidence of contributing to teaching and the scholarship of teaching at the discipline level, including involvement in curriculum development and teaching methodology.
As the Lecturer in Computer Science, you will have:
Completion of a PhD in a computing related area.
Teaching and learning experience at a tertiary level to a high standard in a range of computing areas with a demonstrated understanding of the nexus between teaching and learning, research and scholarship.
Evidence of use of learning and teaching approaches which enhance student success.
A good understanding of appropriate assessment techniques – including feedback.
Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?
17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
Flexible working arrangements
Wide range of professional development activities and services
We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).
Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment
Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.
Prescribed Conditions for Employment
A valid National Police Certificate which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
Please note that you may be required to provide evidence that you are up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations, in line with the Flinders University COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
How to Apply and Information
You are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the Associate Lecture in Computer Science position description OR Lecture in Computer Science position description.
For more information regarding this position, please contact Dr Greg Falzon
Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy
Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.
Certification
Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:
12 Nov 2023At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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