Associate Professor, School of Education
University of Notre Dame Australia – Fremantle WA
$165,733 - $165,733 a year
Full time
1mo ago, from University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle Campus
Overview
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with campuses in Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney, offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs across multiple disciplines. This role leads program development, teaching, and research in Early Childhood Education across multiple sites, ensures accreditation compliance, and provides strategic leadership at School and University levels. The position reports to the National Head of School.
About the role
This national role leads program development, teaching, and research in Early Childhood Education across multiple sites, ensures accreditation compliance, and provides strategic leadership at School and University levels. The position reports to the National Head of School.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and conduct research in Early Childhood Education, supervise Higher Degree Research students and ensure ethics compliance.
* Lead in the design, development, and coordination of high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate Early Childhood programs, supporting staff and engaging students online and in person.
* Create and assess teaching and learning activities aligned with accreditation requirements, providing feedback and addressing academic integrity.
* Contribute to School and University leadership through strategic projects, administration, and mentoring colleagues.
* Uphold University policies and represent its values in all professional activities.
Qualifications, skills & experience
* Doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline area and a strong research program including peer reviewed publications and research grant funding. In addition to the requirements for the Academic Classification Level (Level D).
* Early childhood teaching qualifications and experience teaching in the early learning sector.
* Current tertiary teaching experience in the delivery of Early Childhood Initial Teacher Education.
* Recent experience leading Early Childhood academic teams in teaching and research.
* Knowledge and experience with accreditation compliance and procedures.
* Eligibility for teacher registration/accreditation in Australia.
* Supportive of the Objects of Notre Dame as a Catholic University.
Benefits
* Located in historic Fremantle.
* Within walking distance from public transport.
* Generous training and development opportunities.
How to apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications closing date: 15 March 2026
For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame
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.
Contact us
Please direct your queries regarding this role to Marcia Rodrigues, ***************@nd.edu.au
Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.
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