Position Number: 3517270
Location: Parkville
Role type: Part-time (0.45 - 0.6 FTE); Fixed term till 5 Dec 2025
Faculty: Arts
School: School of Culture and Communication (SCC)
Salary: Level A.8 - $116,094 p.a. plus 17% super (pro rata to part time)

• Lead influential literary course / Shape critical thinkers / Engage with Irish cultural heritage
• Apply now to inspire future literary scholars and champion Irish classics in a dynamic academic setting
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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As a Subject Coordinator for 'Modern Irish Classics', you'll have the opportunity to shape the learning experience of students in the English and Theatre Studies program. You'll lead the coordination and delivery of this engaging course, developing teaching materials and fostering a inclusive learning environment. Your expertise will be crucial in facilitating scholarly inquiry and meeting the needs of our diverse student cohort.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate and Deliver Teaching: Prepare and conduct lectures, seminars, and tutorials to a high standard in various modes (online, on-campus, blended).
• Manage Subject Administration: Maintain LMS sites, prepare assessments, and coordinate assessment processes, including managing extension requests and academic integrity issues.
• Support Student Learning: Provide consultation to students, address queries, and create an inclusive learning environment that caters to a diverse student cohort.
• Collaborate with Faculty: Participate in program meetings and contribute to the ongoing development of the English and Theatre Studies program.

You may be a great fit if:

You are an experienced educator with a strong background in Irish literature, possessing excellent communication skills and the ability to create inclusive learning environments for a diverse student cohort.

You may also:

• Have completed a Doctoral or Master qualification in a relevant discipline or have equivalent academic or professional experience.
• Possess demonstrated experience in teaching delivery and supervising teaching teams.
• Have excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Demonstrate a commitment to continual improvement and professional development as an educator.
• Be familiar with university systems, policies, and procedures, or show willingness to undertake relevant training.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
• Comprehensive career development and training, plus a 25% discount on UniMelb graduate courses for your immediate family members!

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your New Team - School of Culture and Communication (SCC)
The School of Culture and Communication is a vibrant, multidisciplinary community, home to programs in Art History and Curatorship, Arts and Cultural Management, Indigenous Studies, Creative Writing, English and Theatre Studies, Media and Communications, Publishing and Communications, Journalism, and Screen and Cultural Studies

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The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Kim Groizard +61 3 9035 3218 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to [email protected]. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
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For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring

Working at the University - what you need to know
This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. 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.

Join Us and unlock your career potential!
Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including 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 Rehan Wadiwala via email at [email protected], 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 this position, please follow the details listed on the Position Description.

Applications close: 17 June 2025 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.

Position Description: 3517270 - Subject Coordinator in English.pdf