Role type: Full-time (1 FTE), Fixed Term until 16 th July 2027 Faculty: The Faculty of Arts Department / School: School of Culture and Communication Salary: Level B $124,656 to $ 148,023 p.a. plus 17% super Lead transformative Cultural Studies teaching that explores contemporary identities, culture and everyday life within a world-class university. Inspire and support diverse students as an education-focused Cultural Studies Lecturer – apply now to shape future scholarship . Investing in you – 17% superannuation, 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 You will lead engaging Cultural Studies teaching across undergraduate, H onours and postgraduate levels as an education-focused academic . You will de liver inclusive curricula that respond to contemporary cultures, identities, media and everyday life in global contexts . You will help shape a vibrant, supportive learning environment for an increasingly diverse student cohort. What you will deliver: Design and deliver high-quality lectures, tutorials and seminars in Cultural Studies across multiple levels and subject areas. Coordinate Cultural Studies subjects, including assessment design, marking, tutor supervision and ongoing subject quality assurance. Develop innovative, technology-enhanced learning resources and curricula, including cross-disciplinary and student mobility opportunities where appropriate . Support Honours and higher degree research students through supervision, research training and fostering inclusive scholarly communities. Contribute to School and Faculty service through committees, leadership roles and continuous professional development in teaching excellence. You may be a great fit if you : Hold a completed PhD in Cultural Studies or a closely related discipline. Demonstrate strong teaching specialisation in Cultural Studies, with experience delivering engaging subjects at tertiary level. Bring proven subject coordination experience, including assessment oversight, tutor supervision and quality enhancement. Teach confidently across at least two focus areas, such as identities, cities, culture, economy, industry and consumer culture. Support diverse learners by designing inclusive curricula and learning environments informed by contemporary pedagogical best practice . Exhibit highly collegial, professional conduct and engage actively in continuing professional development and service. 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 fulfilment, including: Build future financial security with 17% superannuation Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program For more information check out our benefits page! Your new team – The School of Culture and Communication The School of Culture and Communication is a thriving teaching and research centre for critical thinking in the humanities, led by world-leading scholars researching literary and cultural studies, art history, cinema and performance, media and communication and Indigenous studies. Be Yourself The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation . 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 adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process . Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au Application essentials: Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs. You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. A Working with Children Check is for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you. Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process. Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Want to know more? For queries related to this specific position, contact Dr Janice Loreck janice.loreck@unimelb.edu.au For questions related to our recruitment process email Petra Newton at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on 61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future. Applications close : Sunday 17th May at 1 1:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. Position Description: JR-012727 Lecturer in Cultural Studies (Education Focused)_PD.docx
