Position
Lecturer / Researcher – Early Childhood Education
Key Information
Location: Joondalup Campus, Perth, Western Australia
Salary: $117,905 to $139,307 per annum (ALEVB) plus 17% superannuation
Employment type: Full-time, Ongoing
About the Opportunity
At the School of Education, you will join a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA. We are one of the largest providers of Initial Teacher Education in Australia, with over 5,000 students and 140 employees. This role involves teaching and research focused on birth-to-5-year-olds, contributing to critical areas such as pedagogy, curriculum, and educational equity. Join us in shaping future educators and advancing knowledge that transforms communities.
About You
Possess a PhD in a relevant discipline OR substantial progress towards a PhD and professional equivalency, demonstrated in depth knowledge of the relevant discipline curriculum, national learning frameworks, and the quality agenda with a research profile evidenced by publications and demonstrated ability to teach at University level.
Established or emerging track record in quality research and outputs in Education (Field of Research code 39).
Expertise, experience, and a strong pedagogical approach to education in the Early Childhood discipline.
Personal attributes that align with the University's values.
Benefits of Working at ECU
We're committed to fostering a positive employment experience, supporting growth and development, and offering a range of employee benefits working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, wellbeing support, exclusive corporate discounts, and industry-leading superannuation.
Contact
Please contact Associate Professor Gill Kirk.
Application Process
Please upload an up-to-date resume summarising your experience and achievements, along with a brief covering letter of no more than 2 pages outlining your suitability for the role.
Advert Closure
Applications close Wednesday, 26 November 11:30pm AWST. ECU reserves the right to close the advertisement before the stated closing date, and encourages applicants to submit their applications early.
Important Candidate Requirements
Applications will only be accepted from candidates who have the relevant working rights to fill this position.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
ECU is a diverse and inclusive workplace with specific strategies and initiatives in place to address underrepresentation of specific groups. We strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age and faith. For more information on our commitment to equity and diversity, please visit our Inclusive Workplace website. At ECU, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively encourage people with disability to apply to ECU. To discuss how we can support adjustment requirements, please contact the person listed above.
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