"Lecturer, Biochemistry/Cell Biology (TF)"

• Full-Time, Fixed Term Position until December 31st, 2027
• Melbourne (Bundoora) Campus
• Level B Classification Level
• Base Salary from $114,855 + 17% superannuation

About the position

A Level B teaching-focused academic is responsible for curriculum development, subject coordination, teaching, and scholarly activities in biochemistry, cell biology, or related fields, working independently. They contribute to their discipline locally and nationally, participate in professional activities, and are expected to demonstrate and maintain teaching excellence, as shown by student and peer feedback and other evidence-based measures.

Key teaching responsibilities include:

• applying evidence-based approaches to develop and assess teaching initiatives;
• contributing to the university’s Scholarship of Teaching and Learning by sharing best practices;
• coordinating and teaching subjects to ensure engaging, high-quality student experiences across various delivery modes;
• providing constructive and timely student feedback;
• participating in innovative curriculum design and review, especially for online and blended learning; and
• prioritising the integration of employability skills into the curriculum.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have:

• a PhD degree in Biochemistry, Cell Biology or closely aligned discipline;
• demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence;
• evidence of innovative initiatives using cutting edge approaches undertaken in the last three years that have improved the student experience, and the evaluation of effectiveness of these initiatives;
• demonstrated ability or potential to engage with the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL);

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

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Benefits

• 17% employer contributed superannuation
• On site child care facilities
• Flexible work arrangements
• Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm on Sunday January 4th, 2026

Position Enquiries: Associate Professor Christine Hawkins
c.hawkins@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

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

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

• Cover letter; and
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document responding to ALL the Essential Criteria located in the Position Description

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