Senior Lecturer in Asian Cultures and Societies
Senior Lecturer in Asian Cultures and Societies
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About The Team
The School of Humanities Arts and Social Sciences (HASS) consists of thirteen disciplines : Asian Studies Japanese Indonesian Community Development History English and Creative Writing Theatre and Drama Philosophy Politics and International Studies Sociology Sustainable Development and Tourism and Events. The combination of these individually strong areas foster crossdisciplinary academic expertise and innovative multidisciplinary approaches to research and teaching.
Your New Role!
The Senior Lecturer in Asian Cultures and Languages will work collaboratively with the Lecturer or Senior Lecturer of Japanese Studies and with external bodies such as partner institutions internationally.
You will contribute meaningfully to the School College University Discipline and academic profession through teaching research and service through the following avenues:
Teaching
Research
Service Engagement and Leadership.
Please refer to the Position Description for further details.
What We Offer You!
This Continuous Full Time 37.5 hours per week) position attracts a remuneration of $132000 $153000 (pro rata) plus 17 employer superannuation contributions.
Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Bronze tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.
As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with worldclass facilities along with a variety of benefits including:
Periodic salary increases between 1 July 2025 to 1 July 2026 totalling an 6 increase!
Flexible work arrangements
Cultural Load and allowance providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
Indigenous Language Allowance
Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit
Employee Assistance Program
Oncampus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic
For further information check out our benefits and services page!
Join us!
Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application
A cover letter that includes a statement addressing the selection criteria noted below to allow us to assess your suitability for this role.
Your most recent resume (CV)
Selection Criteria:
A PhD demonstrating a strong background in the theories and methodologies of Anthropology and Sociology disciplines Asian language fluency and substantive field research experience in the East of Southeast Asian region.
Demonstrated successful experience in teaching and coordinating Asian society and culture subjects at university particularly at intermediate to advanced levels.
Ability to deliver highquality learning experiences including contemporary approaches to university curriculum and pedagogy.
Skills and commitment to develop incountry field studies programs in the Asian region.
Demonstrated ability to engage in high quality independent research.
High levels of written and oral communication skills in English and at least one major language of the East or Southeast Asian region.
Track record of scholarly publications in highly regarded journals and/or from academic presses.
Demonstrated capacity to relate and articulate own research outcomes to teaching and engagement with industry community government and media.
Established record of success in competitive grant applications project management and completion.
Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.
Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Contact Us
For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Dean Aszkielowicz Senior Lecturer in History and Politics and quote JR103244 as the reference.
Applications Close on 14 May 2025 11:59pm AWST)
The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.
Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.
Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
