Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (Social Work and Social Policy)

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Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (Social Work and Social Policy) The University of Western Australia Australia, WA Feb 21, 2025 About The University of Western Australia The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four campuses. Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis. Base salary range: Level B, $113,934 – $134,824; Level C, $139,000 – 159,893 p.a. plus 17% superannuation. About the area The School of Allied Health has a reputation for a strong evidence-based approach to research and education that is used for policy and practice development. The School aspires to be a school in which staff and students feel valued and supported in their individual and collective efforts to improve community health and wellbeing. The Department of Social Work and Social Policy is located in the School and offers Bachelor and Masters of Social Work courses to students along with a range of Higher Degree by Research and coursework options. About the opportunity Deliver quality teaching and unit co-ordination in Social Work and Social Policy courses. Oversee the design and development of one or more units, supervision for student dissertation research projects, marking of dissertation projects and presentations, and supervision of HDR students. Undertake research and actively strive to obtain research funding, individually or in collaboration. About you A PhD qualification or working towards one is desirable. Demonstrated teaching experience in Social Work in a university environment; ability to administer and coordinate academic units in teaching and learning. Demonstrated experience in applying for and obtaining research grants and undertaking research. Demonstrated achievement and experience in writing and publishing journal articles and other publications. Evidence of supervision of students’ research in a university environment; high-level organisational skills and leadership qualities. Note : A current National Police Clearance Certificate, Working with Children Check, and “C” class driver’s licence will be required by the successful applicant. Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 23 March 2025 This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia. About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research-intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability. If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process. If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number. #J-18808-Ljbffr