Lecturer - Work Integrated Learning (Wil) Academic - Mount Lawley, Australia - Edith Cowan University

Edith Cowan University

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Mount Lawley, Australia

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Description

The Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) is one of the world's leading performing arts academies, delivering the most comprehensive range of performing arts training in Australia.

Our students can develop their skills on-stage as an actor, dancer or musician, or behind the scenes in production, design or arts and cultural management.

Initially, this role will be aligned to the Arts and Cultural Management discipline and the courses taught within and will work closely with the Course Coordinator.

As WIL opportunities develop at WAAPA, it is envisioned the position will evolve to have academic responsibility for the whole of school WIL program.

A strategic focus for the School is the employability of its graduating students.

The WIL Coordinator within WAAPA will be responsible for the coordination of WIL study units; establishing and managing relationships with industry partners; and, allocating students to work placements in their respective disciplines.

The position reports to the Associate Dean (Teaching and Learning), who in turn works closely with the Associate Deans of Discipline, and will suit an individual who can confidently meet the following selection criteria.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:

Has worked in the discipline area of creative arts, including performing arts production and presentation and/or arts organisation management.

Experience working in the higher education sector or closely related industry, preferably designing, coordinating and delivering undergraduate academic coursework as part their duties.

Has, or is capable of, establishing and maintaining networks in relevant industries.

SELECTION CRITERIA:

A Masters or PhD in an appropriate discipline.

Demonstrated ability to coordinate, develop and teach units at undergraduate level.

Demonstrated high-level organisational and time management skills with the ability to prioritise numerous tasks with mínimal supervision.

Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to develop good relationships and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Commitment to and demonstrated achievement of excellence in teaching.

Demonstrated experience at using online technologies in the delivery of academic programs.

Demonstrated experience of:

Working with others and in teams, establishing networks within discipline; and/or

Gaining an understanding of learning and teaching, research and university governance; and/or

Sound management of staff;
Demonstrated understanding of Equal Opportunity and Occupational Safety and Health requirements.

You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University's values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.

Benefits & Remuneration
This part time, ongoing position attracts remuneration of $78,201 to $104,829 pa (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our Employment Opportunites website.

Contact
Interested applicants are encouraged to contact Dr Vahri McKenizie on or Associate Professor Jonathan McIntosh on for more information.

How to Apply

Please upload your resume along with a covering letter (covering letter no more than 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role, with particular focus on addressing the selection criteria above.

Interviews will be held in with a commencement date as soon as practicable from that date.

Applications close
Applications close on Friday, 24 November 2023 at 11:30pm AWST.

ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace reflecting the differences in society. Specific strategies and initiatives are in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified people from all backgrounds. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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