Job no: 0062850
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Continuing; 3 positions
Department: Office of the Provost
Salary: UOM 10 – $149,670 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead end-to-end product and curriculum lifecycling
- Make a significant positive impact on online education at the University of Melbourne
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
Step into a transformative journey with us as our newly created Academic Product Manager. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development and enhancement of online academic products and end-to-end curriculum design. Collaborating closely with faculties and academic leaders, you will design innovative online curricula and utilise learning analytics to monitor course performance and recommend improvements.
Your expertise in end-to-end curriculum design, along with your guidance on online pedagogy and effective collaboration with facilities, will make a significant positive impact on online education for the University of Melbourne. Join us to drive excellence and innovation in the world of online learning.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Academic Product Lifecycle: Lead the end-to-end academic product lifecycle in partnership with the Growth & Partnerships team, the Operations team, strategic partners, and faculties.
- Online Curriculum Design Processes: Oversee the development and implementation of online curriculum design processes.
- Faculty Engagement: Embed a deep understanding of online pedagogy within the faculties.
- Leverage Learning Analytics: Utilise learning analytics to continuously monitor the performance of subjects and courses, extracting insights, and making recommendations for product enhancements based on data-driven assessments.
- Online Pedagogy Advice and Leadership: Provide expert guidance and leadership in online pedagogy, offering insights to enhance online learning experiences.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking seasoned academic product managers who have successfully managed complex projects, collaborated with diverse stakeholders, and implemented innovative solutions to enhance the quality and effectiveness of online education. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for transforming online learning and a commitment to excellence, this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact at online education at the University of Melbourne.
You will also have:
- 3-5 years of experience in end-to-end curriculum design, preferably in the education or EdTech industry
- Extensive experience in academic product management
- In-depth knowledge of online learning, demonstrated by a successful history of delivering courses and subjects based on faculty-led pedagogy.
- Strong project management skills with extensive experience in managing the entire product lifecycle from design, implementation to delivery
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to 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 – “Online Education - Office of the Provost”
Led by the Provost, the Office of the Provost supports achievement of the vision and objectives for education and community contained in the Advancing Melbourne strategy.
The University’s Advancing Melbourne and Advancing Students and Education strategies set out a vision to enhance Melbourne’s position as a leader in higher education. Through targeted investment, the University of Melbourne is renewing its approach to online education.
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!
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
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
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
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Ivanka Yan 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 contact details listed on the Position Description.
Please note that in the event of sourcing a suitable candidate, the closing date for applications may be brought forward, and the job vacancy may be closed. Therefore, we encourage interested individuals to submit their applications promptly.
Position Description
