12 x Part time, 2 year fixed term positions. Located on the Camperdown Campus
Excellent opportunity to develop into the next generation of Australian University academics
Base Salary Level A $86,584 p.a. (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
MUST BE ENROLLED IN A PHD OR MPHIL DEGREE IN THE FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY
The School of Computer Science (SCS) is research intensive and has a strong tradition of research-led teaching. The School offers undergraduate majors in computer science, cyber security, data science and software development within its flagship Bachelor of Advanced Computing degree and combined degree programs with commerce and science. SCS is one of the seven schools in the Faculty of Engineering, which has a strong position within Australia and worldwide. To learn more about the School click here
The School of Computer Science are seeking Honours graduates for part-time (0.2 FTE) appointments at an Associate Lectureship level. You must be enrolled in a PhD or MPhil degree in the Faculty of Engineering and expect to remain enrolled until December 31st, 2026.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
engage in high-quality teaching and learning experiences which meet the University’s expectations and standards for education-focused staff
engage constructively with student feedback and other evaluations of teaching practice
suggest, implement and evaluate improvements and innovations in teaching and learning
develop and understand best practices in teaching and learning
attend and contribute to School/Faculty meetings and contribute to events such as Open and Info Days
contribute to education-related projects aligned to the strategy of the Faculty.
Training will be provided by Faculty staff and teaching mentors. Additionally, you will have access to various University training courses and modules on topics such as team teaching, creating positive environments, and peer-to-peer learning.
About you
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance of recruiting talent aligned to these values and are looking for Postgraduate Teaching Fellows who:
have an Honours degree in Computer Science or related subjects
are enrolled in a PhD or MPhil degree in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Sydney
have a passion for teaching, with previous tutoring experience highly preferred
possess good time management and organisational skills
have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
are motivated and able to work independently
have experience using Canvas (or equivalent learning management systems) and other online learning tools.
Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires valid work rights for Australia.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rebecca Astar or Cherie Goodwin, Recruitment Operations by email to recruitment.sea@sydney.edu.au
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