Lecturers - Shape the future at Monash Arts - Expressions of Interest
About The Position
Monash University’s Faculty of Arts is seeking multiple early-career academics for Level B Lecturer positions at its Clayton campus in Melbourne. The fixed-term appointments are for three years, with a strong possibility of a one-year extension. The Faculty offers an inclusive, collaborative, and internationally recognised scholarly environment, with mentorship, research collaboration, and career development opportunities. Lecturers will contribute to creative educational offerings, build their research profiles, and pursue external research funding, including through the ARC Initiate Fellowships scheme. The Faculty is interested in candidates in Philosophy (Political and/or Applied), History (Environment and/or Australian), Politics and International Relations (Social Policy), and Environmental Studies (broadly defined). The role combines research, teaching, student supervision, and service. Lecturers will develop and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate units, support students through lectures, tutorials, field excursions, and supervision, and contribute to academic and community engagement. The positions offer an opportunity to develop internationally recognised research and create impact beyond the university.
Requirements
- PhD in a relevant discipline.
- Proven commitment to scholarly research, including strong manuscript preparation and high-quality publications.
- Willingness to pursue external research funding.
- Demonstrated track record of tertiary teaching and curriculum development.
- Ability to motivate and actively engage students.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work cooperatively across teams, with students, and with external partners.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and expand a strong track record of refereed publications and competitive grant capture, developing cutting-edge research in the relevant field.
- Design, coordinate, and deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate units.
- Lead lectures, tutorials, and field excursions.
- Supervise Honours and postgraduate coursework and research students.
- Contribute to the academic life of the section and school through collaborative initiatives and service duties.
- Engage with external organisations.
Benefits
- 17% employer superannuation
- Mentorship, collaboration, and career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
