Description

Expression of Interest - Academic Sessionals 
School of Law & Business, Fremantle/Sydney

About the University

Since its inception in 1989, Notre Dame has become a leader in higher education and now has over 12,000 students enrolled across its three main campuses in Broome, Fremantle, and Sydney. 

About the School

The School of Law & Business is dedicated to building leaders who are deep ethical thinkers, experts in their field and see the value in building communities. Our degrees focus on leadership and driving change for good in the professions.  Students are members of a School community and are mentored by a diverse array of thought leaders in laws, economics, marketing, human resource management, public relations, finance, management and sport recreation. 

About the Role

The School seeks expressions of interest from experienced Academics interested in teaching on the Sydney or Fremantle campuses and who have a passion for teaching and having an impact upon the lives of students. Teaching opportunities are available on a sessional basis across a variety of programs. Sessional academics are a critical part of the teaching team in the School of Law and Business.  You will be welcomed and provided an opportunity to participate in the life of the School.

We are looking for sessional with subject matter expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Evidence
• Property Law
• Civil Procedure

Key Responsibilities

1. Conduct tutorials/lectures/workshops to the standard of the School, which includes preparing lesson plans for tutorials/lectures and facilitating informed group discussions to enhance student engagement.
2. Translate real-world professional experience into student learning and teaching.
3. Consult with students in relation to readings, weekly topics, and upcoming assessments.
4. Assist with assessment administration, such as marking, entering results, and providing feedback to students as required.
5. Attend meetings as required by the Course Coordinator
6. Identify students at risk.

About You (Selection Criteria)

• Supportive of the Objects of Notre Dame as a Catholic University.
• Phd or DBA qualified or equivalent in a discipline outlined above
• Industry/professional experience will be well regarded.
• Prior teaching experience at the tertiary level with sound understanding of pedagogical and/or adult learning principles.
• Experience translating industry practice into teaching Masters courses in the relevant discipline would be highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to deal effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including supporting international students.
• Ability to deliver quality learning and teaching practices in multiple modes including online delivery.
• Demonstrated ability in developing resources/curriculum documents as well as criteria and standards-based assessment tasks.
• Ability to, or a willingness to learn how to, incorporate technology (e.g. Blackboard, zoom, email, internet) into teaching and learning.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to foster high levels of collegiality and ability to empathise with students.
• Proven ability to assess priority of tasks, manage workload and meet deadlines, in a busy environment.

Enquiries about the role

Please contact Professor Michael Quinlan on [email protected] by quoting the Job title in the subject line.

How to apply

Please apply online with an up-to-date resume and cover letter. In your cover letter, please indicate your availability and area of interest and experience.

Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff.