Lecturer Classics and Ancient History (TF)

Job No.:569690

Work type:Continuing

• Teaching on campus at our vibrant La Trobe Universitys Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• Continuing Full time opportunity
• Level B Academic
• Commencing early February 2026
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

La Trobe Universitys Department of Languages and Cultures seeks to appoint an excellent candidate to a continuing full-time (1.0 FTE) position as a Lecturer in Classics and Ancient History. This teaching-focussed position is designed to help deliver the full Classics and Ancient History curriculum.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position you will have

• Completion of a PhD degree in the relevant discipline and evidence of participation in higher level study relevant to discipline or professional area.
• Demonstrated ability to be effective in teaching and curriculum development in face-to-face blended and/or online modes as evidenced by for example high results on student feedback on teaching surveys relative to their peers or through other forms of evidence.
• Evidence of innovative initiatives undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience.
• Effective oral and written communication skills including the ability to interact effectively collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member in a collaborative and collegial manner.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Classics and Ancient History subject matter with a focus on Roman history and literature and ability to teach in more than one of the following subjects: CAH2ANR CAH3EOR CAH1ALS CAH1ANG CAH2CLM.
• Demonstrated capacity to mark undergraduate level assessment tasks in the field of Classics and Ancient History.

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How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Thursday 4 December 2025

Position Enquiries: Claire Knowles Head of Department Department of Languages and Cultures

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Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer Yola El-hassanieh;

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Please refer to the Position Description for other duties skills and experience required for this position.

PD Lecturer Classics and Ancient History (TF).pdf

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• A Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• Responses to the Key Selection Criteria dot points located in the PD under Skills and Knowledge

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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.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative global university where youll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses the perfect hub for industry students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students partners and communities now and in the future

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