Lecturer, Social Work

Overview Full-time, Continuing position Salary Academic Level B + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne CBD campus, but may be required to work and/or be based at other campuses of the University About The Position The Lecturer in Social Work will contribute to the School’s teaching and research activities within their professional and disciplinary expertise by delivering high-quality undergraduate, honours and postgraduate teaching; designing and moderating assessment; developing curriculum and online learning materials; and implementing improvements informed by evaluation and feedback. The role requires maintaining and advancing scholarly, professional and research capabilities through undertaking independent research, managing projects within timelines and budgets, producing high-quality publications, pursuing external funding opportunities, and supervising higher‑degree-by-research candidates. The Lecturer will foster strong connections with the social work profession and relevant academic, industry and community partners to promote the program, support collaboration and enhance external engagement, while also working collegially with colleagues to contribute to a positive teaching culture and keep staff and students informed of developments in the Social Work discipline. The position also includes administrative responsibilities, which may involve course coordination or oversight of a small award program. Mandatory: PhD or equivalent in relevant field & AASW Membership Key Selection Criteria Demonstrated ability to prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and post‑graduate levels, including online delivery, and the ability to produce high‑quality curriculum or program materials. Ability to undertake course coordination role. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with and to negotiate sensitively with students especially on issues related to effective learning. Emerging track record and recognition for quality research outputs which will contribute to existing Discipline and School research areas evidenced by publications, development of new research initiatives, competitive research funding, and industry links. Demonstrated ability to supervise higher degree by research candidates. Ability to build effective networks with colleagues and generate alternative funding projects through effective liaison with industry and government. Excellent interpersonal and communications skills appropriate for interacting with higher degree by research candidates, staff and industry, together with a strong commitment to teamwork and multidisciplinary collaboration. Eligibility for membership of the Australian Association of Social Workers. Demonstrated commitment to valuing lived experience. Please note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the College School of Global, Urban and Social Studies (GUSS) Located in the heart of Melbourne on RMIT’s City Campus, the School of Global, Urban and Social Studies is one of RMIT’s largest schools. The School’s vision is to contribute to a just and sustainable world, and to deliver education, training and research in four areas of focus:Criminology, legal and justice studiesGlobal studies, languages, translating and interpretingSocial work, youth work and human servicesSustainability and urban planningWe provide academic programmes in Higher Education in these four main areas. We are a strongly research‑active school with research centres of national and international reputation – the Centre for Urban Research and the Social Equity Research Centre.With outstanding industry links, strong pathways and excellent research records, most of the School’s academic programmes are leaders in the market and in high demand. We aim to ensure every student has a transformative experience to prepare them for life and work in the growing professional areas of the future. For more information, see To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Job Description – Lecturer, Social Work Other Information Applications Close: 11 Jan :59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child‑safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. 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