Job Description:Full timeContinuing Bundoora CampusTake your career in exciting, rewarding directionsAbout the positionThe successful applicant is required to develop curriculum, coordinate subjects and/or courses, and teach in biochemistry, cell biology, molecular genetics/genomics, biotechnology, biomedicine or related fields.In addition, the successful applicant will be expected to direct a productive research program in one of these areas. Level C Teaching & Research academics normally play major roles or provide a significant degree of leadership in scholarly work related to the development of teaching and research.Administrative duties, at the departmental or school level, may also be required.Duties will include but are not limited to:Coordinate courses or coordinate and teach subjects providing a high-quality learning experience that engages students through the conduct of lectures, tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, workshops and/or other sessions in online, blended or face-to-face modes.Design innovative and effective curriculum which reflects developing best practice nationally, utilising various methodologies including online and blended learning.Play a significant role in providing leadership and mentoring to other academics in subject or course level curriculum design and development and delivery of teaching.Conduct and lead innovative and high impact research and produce conference and seminar papers and publications resulting from that research.Skills and ExperienceTo be considered for this position, you will have:PhD degree in Biochemistry or Cell Biology or related areas.Extensive experience in tertiary teaching in the following areas: biochemistry, cell biology, molecular genetics/genomics, biotechnology and/or biomedicineDemonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes with a commitment to excellence in teaching, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.Demonstrated evidence of innovative initiatives undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives.Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.Strong record of research publication and conference presentation.Success in obtaining research funding from grants/contracts/consultancies.Record of successful research student supervision (relative to opportunity).Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:https://f.io/KDo0cengBenefits:17% employer contributed superannuationOn site child care facilitiesFlexible work arrangementsDiscounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe coursesHow to applyClosing date: By 11:55pm, Thursday 28thNovember 2024Position Enquiries: Christine Hawkins, Associate Professor Biochemistry & ChemistryVia email(email protected) Recruitment Enquiries: Lisa White, Talent Acquisition Consultantvia email(email protected) Position Description below:PD - Snr Lecturer - Biochem -Cell Biology.pdfOnly candidates withFull Working Rights in Australiamay apply for this position.Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:A Cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, based on the Position Description and;An up to date resume andA separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria 'Skills and knowledge required for the position', which is located in the position description.Please scroll down to apply.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ApplicantsWe 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.