Based at the National Centre for Farmer Health, Hamilton Victoria with hybrid work arrangements
0.8 FTE and fixed-term until June 2025 with the possibility of extension
Level B $113,157 - $133,837 + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part 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.
As a Lecturer in Rural Health, you will be responsible for:
Teaching and learning in the area of Agricultural Health and Medicine, mainly postgraduate level, that is consistent with University’s principles of teaching, learning and the student experience.
Coordinate the delivery of the Graduate Certificate in Agricultural Health and Medicine (GCAHM) core units.
Developing learning environments that are flexible, student-centred and accessible, utilising appropriate technology.
Participating with colleagues in developing and maintaining links and partnerships with agricultural and health industry, professional bodies and the wider community
Contributing to the identification of areas relevant for further teaching and research through analysis of data collected through NCFH programs.
Initiating, conducting and may lead intra and inter-disciplinary research collaborations, to enable major breakthroughs in knowledge and understanding and solutions to health, wellbeing and safety challenges.
Transferring evidence and knowledge from NCFH research projects into the Agricultural Health and Medicine curriculum.
Supervising HDR, Honours and undergraduate students, ensuring successful completions and the quality of results.
To be successful, you’ll have:
PhD or equivalent qualification in a relevant field of health, medicine, nursing, science, epidemiology, agriculture or Occupational Health and Safety.
Experience teaching and supervision in health, medicine, nursing, science, epidemiology or Occupation Health and Safety at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Excellent record of scholarly learning and teaching in UG and/or PG programs, including innovative curriculum design
Emerging reputation in research and scholarship through publications and/or success in obtaining external research funding.
Ability to contribute to communities through research.
Here's how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.
For a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact Jacquie Cotton, Senior Lecturer, Rural Health via j.cotton@deakin.edu.au.
For a copy of the position description, please see below:
Level B - Lecturer in Rural Health .pdf
Applications for this position close on Sunday 19th Jan 11.55pm.
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.
We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.