Lecturer in Tourism & Career Ready Graduates Lead

About Us

Newcastle Business School (NBS) is recognised for its excellence in internationally impactful research and strong industry engagement, and has established itself as a leader in shaping business education.

Located at NUspace, the University of Newcastle’s modern education precinct in the heart of Newcastle’s CBD, Newcastle Business School offers an innovative and technology-enhanced teaching environment. This ‘vertical campus’ provides state-of-the-art facilities designed to deliver a world-class student experience. In addition to Newcastle, we deliver programs in Sydney, Ourimbah, and through online learning platforms.

Our Key Achievements

• Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards in business education.
• Ranked in the Top 175 globally for Business and Economics.
• Ranked in the Top 200 globally for Hospitality and Tourism Management
• Ranked 28th globally in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings (2023).
• Ranked 74th in the QS Sustainability Rankings (2024).
• 84% of our journal articles are published in Q1/Q2 journals, underscoring our research excellence.

Position Overview

In this teaching focused position, you will deliver teaching and research in Tourism and lead the Newcastle Business School’s Career Ready Graduates strategy. You will: 

• Design and deliver high-quality teaching in both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Lead the Career Ready Graduates strategy, developing placement courses, industry engagement models, and integrating career readiness into the curriculum.
• Build industry connections to support innovative research, knowledge exchange, work-integrated learning and graduate employment opportunities.
• Engage in collaborative, interdisciplinary research that can impact the tourism field.
• Co-supervise PhD students and contribute to the academic community through service and leadership.

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

The start date for this role is flexible, with the expectation you will commence by February 2025.

About you

You will have a PhD in Tourism or a related area, and relevant experience in quality teaching and research. In addition, you will demonstrate;

• Proven track record in leadership in the Career Ready Graduates area, including development of Career Ready Placement courses and models and engagement with industry.
• Ability and willingness to teach in the first-year core course in management.

A full list of selection criteria should be viewed in the position description and addressed in your application.

Remuneration and Benefits

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

To see our benefits and extras including additional leave, flexible working and discounts you can explore this page on our website: Benefits at a Glance.  

Why relocate to Newcastle?

Newcastle, the second-largest city in New South Wales, offers an inspiring blend of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and professional opportunity. As a centre of economic growth and innovation, Newcastle is home to a diverse range of industries, providing a unique setting for academic research and collaboration. Just two hours from Sydney, the city combines relaxed coastal living with easy connectivity to major cities and tourist destinations, making it an ideal place to live and work. 

We provide financial support for relocation expenses, assist with advice on housing, schools and tours of the region, and have a dedicated team to support visa and immigration processes.

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

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: 24 October 2024, 11:59 PM AEDT

Contact Us

For additional information on the position contact Professor James Skinner, Head of School at james.skinner@newcastle.edu.au or on (02) 4055 0918.

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 Shannon Ellis via (02) 4055 3374 or Shannon.Ellis@newcastle.edu.au.

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