Lecturer Education (EMAT)

About VU:

At Victoria University our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in ourStrategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well finish of the drivers Thriving place to Study and Work will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride.

About the Team:

In this role you will work alongside a dedicated group of initial teacher education academics to implement the Master of Applied Teaching(EMAT). Collaboratively this course is designed to fully embed initial teacher education students into secondary schools.

About the Role:

As an academic in the Education Program you will be provided with support to advance your career. Your past experience in teaching and research will see you inform the work of the Master of Applied Teaching. This course is a critical component of the Education Programs at Victoria University as it not only builds on the diversification of students entering the teaching profession but also as an internship model creates an opportunity for students to begin their career while studying.

Position Key Duties

• Develop and facilitate learning activities online distributed face-to-face or in a blended capacity as appropriate for undergraduate and postgraduate units of study which stimulate and foster student learning and which reflect a command of the discipline and contemporary pedagogic practices.
• Provide leadership in designing innovative curricula developing learning materials teaching coordinating and moderating courses.
• Provide Leadership as a Course Chair.
• Manage projects with the Department of Education.
• Determine the learning needs of students and provide appropriate teaching and learning environments and support to help students to achieve the intended learning outcomes.
• Supervise casual staff.

Salary: AcademicLevel B $113221 - $134449 per annum pro rata 17% superannuation
Employment Type: Ongoing
Hours: 22.05 (0.6 FTE) hours per week
Location:Footscray Park Nicholson st campus the position may be relocated to any other existing or future university work locations.

For a detailed overview of the roles duties and responsibilities please refer to the Position Description Lecturer in Education (EMAT)

About You:

• To be suitable for this position you will be an initial teacher education academic with experience in managing complex programs with multiple partners.
• You will have a PhD in a relevant area.
• You will understand the need and have a commitment to diversifying the secondary school teacher workforce.
• You will be cognisant of the strengths students from diverse backgrounds such as CALD and Indigenous and Torres Strait Islanders bring to education.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted:

• A cover letter
• Your curriculum vitae/resume
• Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description
• Evidence of applicable qualifications licences and registration

The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment.

Who to Contact

Associate Professor Karen Charman Head of Program Education.

Applications will close Monday the 16^th of February 2026 (11:59pm AEDT). This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia.

Why Join VU

VU provides competitive salaries excellent superannuation and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel achieve their goals and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity inclusion and family-friendly policies VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information please visit ourCareers at VU Webpage

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