- Play a key role in the academic leadership team for the La Trobe Law School
- Inspire future legal professionals with innovative teaching and research
- Full Time / Continuing Appointment / Remuneration at Academic Level D
About the position
This Level D (Associate Professor) teaching and research role in law is suited to an experienced academic with an outstanding track record in leadership, research and teaching. The role's key expectations include producing high-quality research outputs, securing external research funding, and delivering an exceptional educational experience for our students. The role involves leadership within the Law School including staff management, curriculum development, and active engagement with internal stakeholders and the broader community of scholars and industry partners.
Reporting to the Dean, as a Level D Academic some of your duties at this level will include:
- Develop, teach and coordinate subjects and courses that engage and motivate students whilst providing a high-quality learning experience.
- Undertake leadership roles to support academic and operational priorities within the School.
- Lead the development, design and review of curriculum and/or programs of study.
- Conduct and lead outstanding innovative and high impact research and produce conference and seminar papers and publications arising from the research.
- Publish in leading journals (international where appropriate) and deliver invited presentations at international conferences.
- Obtain necessary research funding from contracts/grants/consultancies.
- Promote and represent the University and discipline/profession by participating in appropriate local, national and international organisations and events.
Skills and knowledge required for this position:
- Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
- Evidence of effective contributions to leadership and management at the School or University level.
- Distinguished record of nationally and/or internationally recognised independent research, with evidence of its impact and significance.
- Strong record of publications, including papers in leading international journals and/or invited presentation at international conferences.
- Proven ability to build sustainable relationships with a range of industry partners and evidence of the ability to promote research links with outside organisations/agencies.
- Proven leadership skills with a demonstrated capacity to manage and mentor less senior teaching and research staff.
How to apply
Please note, only candidates who hold the full rights to work in Australia are eligible to be considered for this opportunity
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- An up-to-date resume; and
- A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description
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.
