"Lecturer in Biomedical Sciences (Teaching Focused)"

Job Description:

• Part time fraction (.60 FTE) / 3 days per week
• Based at La Trobe University’s Bendigo regional campus
• Continuing opportunity
• Level B Academic (Teaching Focused)
• Work with inspiring people who are driven to make a difference

About the position

An academic at this level will contribute to teaching, engage in scholarship and/or research and/or professional activities appropriate for the discipline of Biomedical Sciences. They might undertake administration and academic responsibilities for subject coordination.

Some duties:

• Develop, coordinate, and teach in areas of biochemistry, pharmacology or immunology and infectious disease.
• Deliver a high-quality learning experience that engages students through the conduct of tutorials, practical classes, demonstrations, and workshops.
• Demonstrate a scholarly approach to learning and teaching and contribute to disciplinary teaching pedagogy.
• Keep abreast of innovations in teaching and learning in areas such as, but not restricted to, online and blended delivery and incorporate where appropriate.
• Participate in innovative course-level curriculum design, development, and review.
• Be available Monday through Friday (on your contracted days) to contribute to face-to-face teaching and activities on the Bendigo campus as required

Skills and Experience

To be considered for this position, you will have;

• PhD degree or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/discipline as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.
• Demonstrated ability to influence the teaching practice of others.
• Demonstrated commitment to working in a culturally safe and respectful manner, including engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, communities and knowledges, and a willingness to undertake ongoing cultural safety training and reflection.
• Demonstrated high-level oral and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively, collaboratively, and productively with staff and students.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with partner organisations to develop meaningful workplace experiences for students.
• Evidenced ability to work with partner organisations to develop appropriate competency-based assessment for students.

Welcome Video - Victorian Regional campuses – See link below;

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-NZBy693Go

Benefits:

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

How to apply

Closing date: By 11:55pm Sunday 18 January 2026

Position Enquiries: Associate Professor Lisa Hanson, Head of Department of Rural Clinical Sciences

Email: L.Hanson@latrobe.edu.au

Recruitment Enquiries: Talent Acquisition Operations Officer, Yola El-hassanieh;

Email: Y.El-hassanieh@latrobe.edu.au

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

PD Lecturer Biomedical Sciences (TF).pdf

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

Please submit an online application ONLY and must include the following documents to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing your suitability for the position (max 1 page); and
• An up to date resume;
• A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future