Lecturer – Computing and Information Technology (Education Focused: Mobile App Development)

Job no: HRC0011678

Category: Academic Level B

Base Salary: $112,717 – $133,853 plus 17% superannuation

Position: Full-time, Continuing

Location: Callaghan Campus

Our university

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and create a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities.

For more information click here – Our Uni.

Our school

The School of Information and Physical Sciences (SIPS) accommodates the disciplines of Mathematics, Data Science and Statistics, Computing and Information Technology, and Physics. The vision of SIPS is aligned with the University's strategic plan "Looking Ahead" and aims to provide a transformative, modern and relevant learning experience where students acquire practical skills, leading to work and life-ready graduates. Research at the School is of a quality that is 'well above world standard' and is relevant, collaborative, interdisciplinary and impactful. The school is dedicated to diversity, equity and social justice, while embracing our Indigenous culture in all aspects of its work.

Be challenged and imagine with us

We are seeking to appoint an education-focused Lecturer in Computing and Information Technology (CIT) to contribute to the School. The successful candidate will engage in high-quality teaching and learning focused research, continuously improving the CIT curriculum and developing recognition for their expertise in this domain. You will also contribute to the delivery of CIT programs, with expertise in subjects related to Mobile App Development.

The ideal candidate will show educational leadership in teaching and learning as well as having a demonstrated track record of teaching and learning focused research.

How will you inspire us

The successful candidates will have:

• Completed a doctoral or masters qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or IT or a related area in mobile app development.
• Evidence of high teaching quality, effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g., as indicated by internal and external surveys and outcomes for students that will improve or innovate in response to feedback).
• Demonstrated record of staying up-to-date with discipline knowledge and professional development (e.g., self-directed learning, certifications, courses, research outputs)
• Publications or non-traditional research outputs in high-quality outlets and ability to attract funding to support research projects.
• Evidence of high quality course content creation, including teaching and learning-focused research to continuously improve the CIT curriculum.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods for optimal student experience.
• Ability to efficiently perform in allocated internal roles, sharing academic service responsibilities, contributing to outcomes of internal committees, and developing external collaborations (e.g., student and industry outreach).
• Skills in active supervision of honours, masters and/or Higher Degree by Research postgraduate research projects.

Desirable skills include:

• Experience in working with industry on research and educational projects such as Work Integrated Learning.
• Demonstrated success in advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in a previous role.

For the full list of essential and desirable selection criteria, please review the Position Description.

What we offer 

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy);
• 17% super and salary packaging;
• additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme;
• discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more;
• wellbeing programs. 

For information on our employee benefits please visit here.  

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. It’s important you read this document to ensure you are providing all the requirements of your application. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where copies of the Position Descriptions can be accessed. Please download the relevant copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include:

• Your ORCID ID (if relevant)
• A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
• A Cover Letter:
• outlining your interest in the role
• include contact details for a minimum of three relevant referees.
• A statement formally addressing each criterion of the Essential and Desirable Criteria, as provided in the relevant Position Description attached below.
• Your CV, which should be a maximum of five pages and be succinct and discipline appropriate. 

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. 

Your Cover Letter should not exceed 1 page and Response to the Essential and Desirable Criteria should not exceed 4 pages.

For the full list of the selection criteria and role responsibilities, please download the relevant Position Description for which you are applying (available in the Related Documents section below). 

For specific position enquiries, please contact Professor Karen Blackmore, School of Information and Physical Sciences at Karen.Blackmore@newcastle.edu.au or on +61 2 492 15206. 

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit. 

Move to Newcastle

A move to Newcastle, Australia offers you the choice to live in the city, by the sea or near bushland - the region offers a wonderful place for a family to grow and the opportunity to strike a work/life balance.

Visit the City of Newcastle site to imagine your future in Newcastle.

Closing date: 3^rd February 2025 at 11.59pm AEDT

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you!

The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.  

The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Birpai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.

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