Academic Coordinator - Honours
Position Number: 0063960
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.2FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department/School: Department of Paediatrics, Melbourne Medical School
Salary: Academic Level B – $102,697 to $122,268 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata for part time)
Coordinate and provide academic leadership for the Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Biomedical Science Honours (BScHons) and Master of Biomedical Science (MBiomedSc) programs within the Department of Paediatrics.
Contribute to nurturing the next generation of biomedical researchers by overseeing key academic programs, fostering student development, and collaborating with leading research institutes within the prestigious Melbourne Children's Campus.
Salary packaging, subsidised health and wellbeing services, fitness and cultural clubs, Myki discounts, and a 25% discount on graduate courses to our staff and their immediate families!
About the Role
The Academic Coordinator - Honours, will play a pivotal role in the successful delivery of the BScHons and MBiomedSc programs.
In this position, you will oversee the coordination, teaching, assessment, and evaluation of these programs, working closely with supervisors from the Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) and the Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) to ensure an exceptional educational experience for students.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating the organisation and delivery of the programs, including project collection, student selection, assessment, and evaluation.
- Liaising with and engaging student supervisors primarily located at MCRI and RCH.
- Leading assessment procedures and communicating results to students and the University.
- Contributing to the successful evaluation of programs and recruitment of student cohorts.
Who We Are Looking For
You will be an accomplished academic with a PhD or equivalent in a relevant field, combined with experience in supervising coursework and higher degree research students.
You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, enabling effective collaboration with key stakeholders, both internal and external. Additionally, you excel in mentoring and guiding students, with excellent organisational and time management abilities.
It would also be advantageous if you also have:
- A research profile at a national level, as evidenced by a strong publication record in high-impact peer-reviewed journals and success in obtaining research funding.
- Postgraduate teaching experience in a relevant area.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements, please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team – Department of Paediatrics
The Department of Paediatrics, a flagship representation of the University's partnership with the Royal Children's Hospital, offers a unique opportunity for impactful work in child and adolescent health. With a diverse team of academic and professional staff, the department is dedicated to delivering high-quality teaching and research. As a member of this department, you will contribute to shaping child and youth health policy at a national and state level, making a significant difference in the lives of children, adolescents, and their families.
What We Offer You!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits, including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services and discounts on graduate courses. For more information, check out our benefits page!
About the University of Melbourne
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We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description - you will be able to respond to these in the application and won't be required to upload a separate document for the selection criteria)
For information to help you with compiling short statements to answer the selection criteria and competencies, please go to http://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers/selection-criteria
Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Lachlan Bryce via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
Advertised: 03 Oct 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 17 Oct 2024 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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