Teaching Focused Academic - VUBS

About the Role:

The Teaching Focused Academic (TFA) is a teaching-intensive role within the business programs at the Victoria University Business School (VUBS). You will be expected to make a significant and sustained contribution to teaching, unit coordination and curriculum development within VUBS and across our international partner programs in China, Sri Lanka and Vietnam which may require periodic overseas travel for teaching delivery.

As a Teaching Focused Academic, you would bring both academic and professional expertise to contribute to teaching, research, leadership and service in the Bachelor of Business, and Bachelor of Accounting. These programs are delivered via VU’s innovative Block Model, where students focus on one unit (subject) at a time in, small, interactive and collaborative classes over four weeks. The Bachelor of Business is designed with a strong focus on career readiness, employability, entrepreneurship, and industry immersion from the first unit and throughout the course. Students gain real-world business experience through guaranteed internships or placements, and work within learning environments that support collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving.

An example of duties you may perform will include:

• Undertaking teaching and associated duties within Australia and overseas.
• Designing industry-relevant, innovative curricula and delivering high-quality and engaging classes
• Providing support to the University's TNE Partnership office and relevant international partners
  

Full time continuing position at the classification of the role will be Teaching Focused Academic Level B working 36.75 hours per week, The salary range is $109,392 per annum to $129,902 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

For a copy of the position description please click here: Position Description - Teaching Focused Academic VUBS

About You:

• Have a strong academic background, holding a PhD ideally in one of the fields – , Economics/Applied Economics, International Trade, International Business, , or a closely related area.
• Have demonstrated teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels (including capstone units) in one or more of the following teaching areas: economics, international trade, and international business.
• Have an emerging research track record supported by relevant projects and publications.
• In addition, bring high-level communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, a commitment to fostering a collegial and supportive work environment, and the ability to interact with students and colleagues with cross cultural sensitivity

How to Apply:

Please click on the Apply button to submit your application as a single document comprising:

• A cover letter,
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• A document containing your responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

Note: Applications which do not address the selection criteria will NOT be considered.

Applications close: Monday the 4th of August at 11:59pm (AEST)

Who to Contact?

For further information relating to the position, please contact Dr Ranjith Ihalanayake, Head of VU Business School by email at [email protected].

Our Commitment to Protecting Country:

Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at VU:

The University encourages applications from women, gender diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and individuals from under-represented backgrounds in this field. The University believes that diversity of the workforce adds value to the University and creates a stronger, richer working environment for everyone. The University is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process for candidates with particular access needs. Candidates who require adjustments are encouraged to contact the designated person in this advert to discuss their needs.