Academic Director : Accounting
Southern Cross Institute (SCI)
Parramatta NSW 2150
About Us
Southern Cross Institute (SCI) aims to provide the highest quality education to students that would enable them to achieve their professional and personal goals. SCI’s modern campus facilities and fully equipped classrooms are designed to support students through engaged learning. We aim to train young learners to graduate who are well-equipped to join the workforce.
Why Join Us?
- Expanding enrolments
- Opportunity for professional development
- Small tight knit team
- Modern campus facilities
- Secure permanent position
- Great location
We are inviting expressions of interest from qualified and experienced academic professionals in Accounting Field to join our professional, tight-knit team as the Academic Director.
Position Summary
The Academic Director provides academic leadership of all course work delivered at Southern Cross Institute (SCI) in the Accounting Major of the Bachelor of Business course. The Academic Director reports to and supports the Deputy Dean in ensuring high quality teaching and learning outcomes with a focus on continuous improvement. The Academic Director is a member of the Executive Management Team as well as the Course & Industry Advisory Committee, and the Teaching and Learning Committee.
Key Responsibilities
In the Accounting major of Bachelor of Business courses:
- Lead all academic activities and academic staff;
- Engage in and encourage other staff to undertake scholarship or research activities in areas of ICT and/or education;
- Contribute to recruitment, selection and performance management of academic staff;
- Deliver assigned units in the undergraduate and postgraduate courses as required;
- Deliver lectures, tutorials, practicals, workshops;
- Contribute to the development of curriculum, new course modules and course material;
- Contribute to the development, marking and compilation of assessments, including assignments and examinations;
- Implement current best practice in approaches to teaching and assessment and, be responsive to evidence-based research and feedback on these practices;
- Contribute to teaching innovation at SCI;
- Assess and advise on student applications for advanced standing in their respective major;
- Oversee and report on student assessment and the internal and external moderation of assessment;
- Contribute to regular external benchmarking of courses/unit;
- Contribute to annual review of courses/units in line with the Course Review and Continuous Improvement Policy and any other related policy documents;
- Monitor the Student Portal/Moodle webpages for each unit ensuring that academic staff have timely and appropriate access;
- Ensure that lecturers/tutors have access to a properly resourced preparation area;
- Contribute to the development of timetables for each semester of study in consultation with the Deputy Dean;
- Liaise with academic administration staff in ensuring student progress including monitoring attendance records;
- Manage allegations of academic misconduct and maintain appropriate records and academic support services as required;
- Organise examinations for relevant courses;
- Ensure accurate records of student results and grades;
- Oversee and report on student and staff satisfaction surveys for each semester;
- Provide course/major specific advice to students as required;
- Ensure prescribed and recommended texts per unit are available to students and staff prior to commencement of term of study;
- Compile regular reports on assessment, course review and moderation for the Teaching and Learning Committee, Course & Industry Advisory Committee as well as the Dean;
- Comply with SCI policies;
- Other duties as required by the Dean.
Selection Criteria
Essential
- A doctoral level qualification in Accounting.
- Knowledge of the ESOS Framework and the National Code 2018. If you do not currently have knowledge of ESOS Framework and the National Code, you must be willing to acquire the required knowledge.
- Proven ability, commitment and passion for engaging in ongoing scholarly activities to inform pedagogical theory and practice.
- Sound knowledge in a field of business that aligns with at least one of SCI’s major areas of study.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, including the capacity to explain material plainly and helpfully.
- A demonstrated ability in course design and leadership, as appropriate to the relevant discipline.
- Evidence of sustained and significant contributions in leading, lecturing and tutoring; and a commitment to teaching and contributing to undergraduate and/or graduate teaching.
- Ability to improvise and adapt to new demands in course delivery and academic management.
- Excellent Organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly in managing program documentation and compliance requirements.
- A demonstrated ability to show initiative in both independent and team-based decision making.
- A demonstrated ability to interact productively with other academic staff and to contribute constructively to the activities and administration of SCI.
Desirable
- Comprehensive experience and strong achievement in higher education teaching.
- Demonstrated ability in curriculum development in undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
- Proven proficiency in the use of learning management systems.
Equal Opportunity, Diversity and Inclusion
SCI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation. SCI makes decisions on employment, promotion and reward on the basis of merit.
SCI is committed to all aspects of equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and to providing all staff, students, contractors, volunteers and visitors with a safe, respectful and rewarding environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, vilification and victimisation.
SCI values diversity because we recognise that the differences in our people’s age, race, ethnicity, culture, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, physical ability and background bring richness to our work environment.
Application Process
Please ensure your application includes the following:
- Statement addressing each of the selection criteria;
- Brief covering letter outlining your suitability for the role;
- Current curriculum vitae/resume which should include;
- - full name, address, telephone number and email address;
- - details of education, professional training and qualifications;
- - employment history, including present position and details of relevant professional, consulting or industry experience;
- - names and contact details of referees;
- - research interests and list of publications;
- - research grants awarded and any other relevant information, such as offices held in professional bodies, community services.
Enquiries:
If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact [email protected]
Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience in the area of Accounting. Due to the expected high volume of responses only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Work Authorisation: Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Education:
- Doctoral Degree (Required)
Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)
Work Location: In person
