Role type: 2 Part Time (0.5 FTE - 0.65 FTE) positions ; Fixed term (February – November 2026) Faculty: Faculty of Arts Department/ School: School of Languages and Linguistics Salary: Level A: $87,266 - $118,416 (pro rata for part-time) p.a. plus 17% super Teach in a leading linguistics hub, support diverse students with inclusive teaching, and gain practical experience in assessment and course design. Apply now to inspire diverse learners, deliver tutorials and assessments, and build practical teaching experience in a world‑class linguistics School. Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. The University of Melbourne We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. Your next career opportunity As a Tutor in the School, you will deliver tutorials, seminars and assessments while supporting course development under Level B supervision. You will gain practical teaching and assessment experience, enhance your curriculum skills, and contribute to an internationally recognised centre for language research and learning. Your responsibilities will include: Deliver Teaching and Assessment: Prepare and conduct tutorials, seminars and lectures ; design assessments and undertake marking with constructive feedback. Develop Course Materials: Support the development and adaptation of subject content to meet the needs of a diverse student cohort. Administrative and Service Activities: Undertake administrative duties, attend meetings and actively participate in committees and school forums as . Professional Engagement and Supervision: Contribute professional expertise to the school and work collaboratively under the guidance of Level B and above academics. You may be a great fit if: You are a student‑ centred educator who can independently prepare and deliver teaching, design assessments, provide clear feedback, and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary academic team. You can contribute to teaching and assessment i n two or more of the following areas: Applied Linguistics, Sociolinguistics, Discourse Analysis, English as a Second Language . You may also: Be experienced in preparing assessments and conducting timely , constructive marking. P ossess excellent written and oral communication and interpersonal skills. Be adaptable and skilled at meeting the needs of diverse student cohorts. B e able to contribute to course materials and support curriculum implementation. Be organised , reliable and willing to participate in administrative activities and committees. For further information please refer to the attached PD. What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including: Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – School of Languages and Linguistics Our School is an internationally recognised hub for teaching and research in modern European languages and cultures, and in Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, English as a Second Language and Language Testing. Our language programs combine best practice in learning languages at all levels with leading research in key areas for deeper cultural understanding and communication. Our linguistics focus promotes working together in language teaching, learning and assessment strategies, drawing on the expertise of our Linguistics and Applied Linguistics discipline area and our research centres and units. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb. We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout . We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance , please contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support . Please note : This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available. A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost. Join Us and unlock your career potential! If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents: Resume Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience The responses against the Selection Criteria^ (found in the Position Description) Learn more about the application process , including tips and FAQs. For recruitment queries, email Oliver Bukasa hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au . Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address. For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description. Applications close: 11 February 2026, 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-008000 - Tutor in Linguistics and Applied LinguisticsTutor in Linguistics and Applied Linguistics - PD.docx
