"Lecturer, Dietetics and Human Nutrition"

Job Description:

• Full Time, Continuing Opportunity
• Based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• Level B Teaching & Research
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer to develop, coordinate and deliver a high-quality learning experience that actively engages students through tutorials and practical classes. The successful candidate will demonstrate a scholarly approach to learning and teaching and participate in the innovative design, development and review of course-level curriculum.

In addition to teaching responsibilities, the role involves conducting and publishing high-quality and/or high-impact research, either independently or as part of a team. You will also co-supervise or supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) postgraduate students as required, providing academic mentorship and support. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic community with access to resources that support professional growth and impactful scholarship.

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have

• PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated competence in teaching and curriculum development.
• Evidence of high quality and/or high impact research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, or co-supervise, honours and postgraduate students.
• High level organisational skills with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, initiate and follow-up actions, all with minimal or no supervision.
• High level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Experience in the preparation of research proposal submissions to external funding bodies and evidence of success in securing research funding.
• Proven experience and success in subject coordination and managing a teaching team.
• Knowledge, expertise and skills in at least one of the following areas: food security/systems, lifespan nutrition, food habits/behaviour, public health or clinical nutrition.
• Ability to teach into subjects including: lifespan nutrition, principles of nutrition, nutrition and disease, sports nutrition, public health nutrition, clinical nutrition/dietetics, research skills, and food chemistry/science.

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 Wednesday, 5 November 2025

Position Enquiries: Matt Cooke, Professor, Food, Nutrition and Dietetics

Email: matt.cooke@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment Team

Email: Recruitment@latrobe.edu.au

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

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;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing responses to the essential criteria listed within the PD

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