Lecturer - Ancient History

About us                                                                                                           

At the University of Newcastle, we’re dedicated to outstanding education and research. We’re proud to be ranked in the top 175 universities in the world and in the top 30 universities globally for impact. 

 The School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences offers an innovative and creative academic environment, that brings together scholars working in a diverse range of disciplines. Our research is strongly interdisciplinary, and we are particularly focused research impact, tackling some pressing challenges in our regions (locally and globally).

Position Overview

In this teaching intensive role, you will serve as course coordinator for one or more courses, with a weighting (70/20/10) across teaching, research and service. You will: 

• Develop and deliver undergraduate courses (including online), ensuring teaching quality, innovation, and alignment with university policies.
• Coordinate one or more courses, overseeing curriculum design and delivery, and ensuring alignment with the university's teaching and learning policies.
• Engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research, aiming for national recognition. 
• Build industry connections to support research, knowledge exchange, work-integrated learning and graduate employment opportunities.
• Co-supervise PHD students.

This continuing position is full time, primarily based at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal and Worimi land), with the opportunity to work at our other locations as required.

 A full list of responsibilities can be viewed in the position description. 

About you

You will have completed a PhD in Ancient History or Classical Studies. and have relevant skills and experience in teaching and research. In addition, our ideal candidate will have:

• Discipline expertise: Specialisation in the histories of Egypt, Rome and Greece across thematic areas in line with the Ancient History minor within the Bachelor of Arts would be preferable.
• Curriculum Design: Demonstrated recent ability to contribute at undergraduate, potentially honours and postgraduate levels, taking responsibility for the preparation and delivery of course modules and coordinating one or more courses, including collaboration in curriculum design and delivery where appropriate.

Remuneration and Benefits

The remuneration for this position is from $112,717 - $133,853 + 17% superannuation.

 In addition, our university offers a range of benefits that you can explore in more detail on our website - Benefits at a Glance.

How to apply

If you are viewing this advertisement on a job board other than the University’s website, please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to the University's site, where you can access the Position Description. Be sure to download and review the full selection criteria before submitting your application. You can find more details about our application process here.

Your application must include:

1. Your ORCID ID
2. A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
3. A Cover Letter and Statement, uploaded as a single PDF document:
4. The Cover Letter should outline your interest in the role and provide contact details for at least three referees (maximum one page).
5. The Statement should address the Essential and Desirable Criteria listed in the Position Description (maximum four pages).
6. Your CV, limited to five pages, succinct and tailored to your discipline.

Closing date: 15^th October 2024, 11:59 PM AEDT

Please note, we do not accept email applications. 

Contact us

For additional information on the position contact Libby Ferguson, Personal Assistant to the Head of School, Professor Kate Nash on (02) 4055 1031 or via email HCISS-HOS-PA@newcastle.edu.au.

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

Alternative pathways: We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or submit an application, then please contact Jenny Newell via (02) 4055 0612 or jenny.newell1@newcastle.edu.au.

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