Lecturer in Public Health

About the role

At the University of Canberra, we believe education should be built for real people. People with different stories, responsibilities and ways of getting here. We are a modern Australian university focused on equal access to education and providing a supportive community where our students feel safe to grow and thrive. We support students as whole people, help them build confidence and prepare them to use their qualification in work, community and life beyond university. Working at UC means contributing to a university that puts people first. #UCan@UC UC is seeking for an engaged and enthusiastic Lecturer in Public Health (education focused) to join our Faculty of Health teaching into the Masters program. Working collaboratively with Health Research Institute (HRI) you will incorporate our cutting-edge research expertise into the educational programs and supporting student achievement and academic excellence. This role plays a critical part in shaping and delivering engaging learning experiences and promoting public health for a better tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and delivering high-quality classes
• Coordinating units and contributing to course management and quality assurance activities
• Designing innovative and authentic assessment tasks that enhance student learning and graduate outcomes
• Providing academic guidance, mentorship, and support to students

Requirements

• Experience applying professional practice knowledge to teaching and learning environments
• Demonstrated ability to design, develop, coordinate, and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate subjects
• Experience teaching in a health-related discipline within a tertiary education environment
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Evidence of scholarly activity and the ability to translate contemporary research into engaging and relevant teaching practices
• A PhD in Epidemiology or Public Health, or a related discipline
• Professional experience within public health sector (advantageous)

Benefits

• Flexible, family-friendly policies
• On‑site gym
• On‑site medical services
• On‑site pharmacy
• On‑site grocery store
• Early Childhood Education and Care facilities
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion and access via the Reconnected Strategy

Pay

Salary range: $116,403 per annum – $137,865 per annum plus 17% superannuation.

Schedule

Full‑time, continuing opportunity.