Position Number: 0064706 - 2 positions available
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.6 FTE); Continuing
Faculty: Arts
School: School of Social and Political Sciences
Salary: Level A - $105,518 – 113,262 (pro rata) p.a. plus 17% super
- Deliver tutorials and support assessment for Political Science subjects
- Contribute to a prestigious Political Science program at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
- 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 School of Social and Political Sciences (SSPS) is seeking a Tutor in Political Science to teach subjects within the Political Science and International Studies major, and where required, the Master of International Relations.
Reporting to the Discipline Chair, the role involves delivering tutorials, supporting subject assessment, and assisting with the development of teaching materials.
The Tutor will also manage administrative tasks related to subject delivery. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a prestigious Political Science program in a dynamic academic environment.
There are two positions available.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Prepare and conduct tutorials in the required mode (eg. online, on campus, blended) to a high standard.
- Effectively and efficiently communicate with students via LMS and address frequently asked questions in relation to classes and assessment.
- Mark attendance as required and consider matters in relation to student absence, student behaviour, and problems associated with cancelled classes and clashes.
- Mark assessment, provide timely feedback to students and record results into the appropriate results record system.
Who We Are Looking For
You will have a strong academic background in Political Science or a related field, with experience in teaching and delivering tutorials at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level. A passion for political science education and a commitment to fostering an engaging and inclusive learning environment will be essential for success in this role.
You will also have:
- A completed PhD in Political Science or closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated experience in teaching delivery.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the learning orientations of a diverse student cohort, combined with the ability to apply this knowledge and understanding to create inclusive learning environments.
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
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.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your New Team - The School of Social and Political Sciences
The appointee will join the School of Social and Political Sciences, which is at the forefront of teaching and research in the social sciences in Australia and internationally. The School’s aim is to redefine the world and change what matters, and our work is underpinned by the values of intellectual freedom, integrity, diversity, environmental sustainability and social justice. We value collegiality and active citizenship and are committed to contributing strongly to public and institutional life, and to providing an engaged and distinctive social science and arts education for our students.
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!
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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".
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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)
^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 Ana Gencic 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.
Applications close: Sunday 19th January 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT)
Position Description: Tutor in Political Science PD.pdf
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