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Academic ConnectLecturer in English and Theatre Studies, Subject Coordinator
Role type: Part Time; Fixed term
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department/School: School of Culture and Communication
Salary: Level B: $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Faculty: Faculty of Arts
Department/School: School of Culture and Communication
Salary: Level B: $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Your next career opportunity
As a Lecturer in English at the University of Melbourne, you'll take the lead in coordinating ENGL 20022: Modernism and Avant Garde. You'll have the opportunity to shape students' understanding of these influential literary movements, develop innovative curriculum, and contribute to cutting-edge research in the field. This role offers you the chance to inspire diverse cohorts of students while advancing your academic career in a supportive, world-class institution.
As a Lecturer in English at the University of Melbourne, you'll take the lead in coordinating ENGL 20022: Modernism and Avant Garde. You'll have the opportunity to shape students' understanding of these influential literary movements, develop innovative curriculum, and contribute to cutting-edge research in the field. This role offers you the chance to inspire diverse cohorts of students while advancing your academic career in a supportive, world-class institution.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead Subject Coordination: Oversee ENGL 20022: Modernism and Avant Garde, including curriculum design, teaching delivery, and supervision of sessional tutors.
- Deliver Engaging Teaching: Prepare and deliver lectures and seminars that cater to a diverse student cohort, promoting scholarly inquiry and critical thinking.
- Contribute to Academic Leadership: Engage in service roles within the School or Faculty and participate in continuing professional development activities.
You may be a great fit if:
You are a passionate scholar of Modernism and Avant Garde literature, with a strong commitment to innovative teaching and research, and the ability to engage effectively with a diverse student cohort.
You are a passionate scholar of Modernism and Avant Garde literature, with a strong commitment to innovative teaching and research, and the ability to engage effectively with a diverse student cohort.
You may also:
- Hold a PhD in English Literature or a closely related field.
- Have experience in teaching Modernist literature at university level.
- Demonstrate a track record of high-quality publications in your field.
- Possess excellent communication skills for engaging with diverse student cohorts.
- Show a commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment.
- Have experience in curriculum design and innovation.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:
- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team – School of Culture and Communication
The School of Culture and Communication is a thriving teaching and research centre for critical thinking in the humanities, led by world-leading scholars researching literary and cultural studies, art history, cinema and performance, media and communication and Indigenous studies.
The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne brings together leading scholars across 40 disciplines of study in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Our academic staff are of international standing and committed to excellence in teaching and research.
The School of Culture and Communication is a thriving teaching and research centre for critical thinking in the humanities, led by world-leading scholars researching literary and cultural studies, art history, cinema and performance, media and communication and Indigenous studies.
The Faculty of Arts at the University of Melbourne brings together leading scholars across 40 disciplines of study in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Our academic staff are of international standing and committed to excellence in teaching and research.
Position Description: JR-006571 Lecturer in English and Theatre Studies, Subject Coordinator.pdf
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
- The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description)
Applications close: 25 January 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
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