Associate Professor, Pathways
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Job Description
Federation TAFE Ballarat or Berwick Campuses
Full-time continuing appointment
Academic Level D - $164303 p.a. plus up to 17% superannuationPosition closing date: 27/07/2025
Ranked number one university in Australia for First Generation Student Enrolments (Good Universities Guide 2022) and with top rankings in Victoria around student support social equity skills and employment we are driven to make difference to every student and the community providing lifelong learning skills and research locally regionally and globally.
With University and TAFE campuses in Ballarat Berwick Gippsland and the Wimmera we are positioned to provide pathways from vocational education and skills training through to higher education.
About the role
As a key leadership position within Federation TAFE and Pathways portfolio you will lead the implementation of Federation University Pathways College ensuring the long-term growth innovation and impact of the Pathways portfolio. You will drive the development of inclusive flexible education pathways (including enabling programs TAFE programs diplomas and vocational degrees) aligned with national reforms and our vision to become Australias first Co-operative University.
You will:
provide strategic leadership as a member of the TAFE and Pathways Executive team;
provide academic leadership in the design coordination and delivery of Pathways programs;
lead continuous improvement in teaching learning and assessment practices across the University Pathways;
promote and contribute to research and scholarship; and
lead accreditation and benchmarking processes for Pathways programs ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality assurance requirements.
About you
You will have experience in strategic and academic leadership in Pathways with ability to exercise independent judgment in leading the design delivery and continuous improvement of Pathways programs while contributing to strategic planning operational effectiveness and academic governance. You will also have experience in mentoring staff and contributing to research and scholarship.
You will possess:
leadership experience managing high performing teaching and learning teams;
substantial University administrative experience with organisational and administrative abilities necessary for the leadership coordination and administration of units and other administrative duties;
demonstrated commitment to and enthusiasm for pathways learning and teaching and a distinguished teaching record;
ability to represent the University at external partnerships and professional forums; and
demonstrated commitment and ability to develop and implement student-centered approaches with a focus on student success.
All University positions delivering education and/or services to children must hold a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC). Please refer to the position description for WWCC requirements.
How to apply
Please apply by Sunday 27 July 2025.
Applicants are required to submit a resume and a suitability statement not to exceed two-pages.
Federation University is committed to The Circle Back Initiative program whereby we will respond to every applicant.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application please email the Recruitment team or phone. Our position descriptions also list a contact person for job specific inquiries.
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
