Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics
Job No.:567512
Work type:Continuing
La Trobe University is seeking passionate and dedicated professionals to join our School of Allied Health, Human Services, and Sport. We are currently recruiting for either a Senior Lecturer or an Associate Professor in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics. If you are committed to excellence in teaching and research and want to make a significant impact in your field, we want to hear from you!
Senior Lecturer in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics (Level C)
Position Context: As a Senior Lecturer, you will contribute to the leadership, coordination, design, and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics. You will conduct high-impact research and play a significant role in advancing the discipline at a national level.
Duties:
- Coordination of large undergraduate or specialised postgraduate programs.
- Lead a team in the delivery, development, and review of curriculum.
- Design and teach innovative courses that engage students.
- Conduct and lead impactful research, producing publications and conference papers.
- Supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR), honours, and postgraduate students.
- Obtain research funding through grants and contracts.
- Provide leadership and mentoring in curriculum design and teaching delivery.
Essential Criteria:
- PhD in a relevant discipline.
- Proven effectiveness in curriculum development and teaching.
- Demonstrated leadership in course/program coordination.
- Strong record of research publication and student supervision.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
Desirable Criteria:
- Accredited Practising Dietitian with Dietitians Australia or Registered Nutritionist with Nutrition Society of Australia.
Associate Professor in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics (Level D)
Position Context: As an Associate Professor, you will provide leadership in the coordination, design, and delivery of the School’s coursework programs in Food, Nutrition and Dietetics. You will be recognized nationally or internationally for your contributions to the discipline and will foster excellence in teaching and research.
Duties:
- Lead the coordination of large undergraduate or specialised postgraduate programs or Discipline.
- Lead a team in the delivery, development, and review of curriculum.
- Make significant contributions to the scholarship of teaching and disciplinary research.
- Conduct and lead innovative and high-impact research.
- Supervise HDR and postgraduate research projects.
- Obtain necessary research funding from grants and consultancies.
- Mentor and coach junior colleagues to enhance their teaching and research performance.
Essential Criteria:
- Completion of a PhD in a relevant discipline.
- Demonstrated leadership in course/degree program coordination.
- Distinguished record of nationally/internationally recognized research.
- Proven ability to build sustainable industry partnerships.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
Desirable Criteria:
- Accredited Practising Dietitian with Dietitians Australia or Registered Nutritionist with Nutrition Society of Australia.
Please refer to the Position Description(s) for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Why La Trobe?
- Develop your career at an innovative global university.
- Work on inspiring and stunning campuses.
- Help transform the lives of students, partners, and communities.
- Be part of a community committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
Position Flexibility: We offer flexible work arrangements to help you balance work and other responsibilities.
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
Closing date: Sunday 1 September By 11:55pm
Position Enquiries: Professor, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics, Matt Cooke E. matt.cooke@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Melissa Magaton, E. M.magaton@latrobe.edu.au
Position Descriptions below:
PD-Level-C-TR FND.docx
PD-Level D - TR FND.docx
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up to date resume
- A separate document addressing the essential criteria
Please scroll down to apply.
School of Allied Health, Human Services and Sport: https://www.linkedin.com/company/47665779
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
Advertised:25/7/2024Closing Date:01/9/2024
