Lecturer (Field Education Coordinator)

Lecturer (Field Education Coordinator)

Job no: 518451

Work type: part time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Health and Medical Sciences

School of Allied Health

Part-time (0.6 FTE) appointment on an ongoing basis
Base salary range: Level B, $113,934 – $134,824 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Social Work and Social Policy is part of UWA’s School of Allied Health, a leading research, teaching and service organisation whose work influences policies and practices for community health and wellbeing.
We have adopted a contemporary flexible approach to education and offer a two-year postgraduate Master of Social Work, a four-year undergraduate Bachelor of Social Work along with Higher Degree by Research option and Graduate Certificates in Child Protection and Mental Health.

About the opportunity

• Source and secure student field placements for the Master of Social Work
• Extensive practice and strong networks within the health and human service sectors
• Deliver quality teaching and unit coordination in social work
• Undertake research and obtain research funding, individually or in collaboration
• Supervise research students and contribute to the academic environment of the school

About you

• Up to five years social work practice experience in a relevant industry setting.
• Experience in the supervision of social work students on field placements.
• Familiarity with flexible teaching methods, such as case enhanced learning and e-learning.
• Knowledge of and strong networks within the health and human services sectors.
• Capacity to obtain research grants and undertake research.
• Capacity to write and publish journal articles and other publications.

Position description: POSITION DESCRIPTION [Lecturer (Field Education Coordinator)] - Level [B].pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Stephan Lund at stephan.lund@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Monday, 14 October 2024

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia / This position is only open to Current UWA staff / This position is open to international applicants.

Benefits

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Discounted UWA course fees.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 08 Oct 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 14 Oct 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time