Role type: Full-time, ContinuingFaculty: The Faculty of EducationSalary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Highlights
* Inspire future language educators, contribute to innovative teaching methods and engage in impactful research.
* Become a leader in language education, driving innovative teaching and research in a prestigious institution.
* Investing in you – benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
As a Lecturer in Languages and Literacies Education, you will have the opportunity to shape the future of language teaching by engaging with pre‐service teachers across multiple languages. Bringing expertise in teaching Chinese as an additional language, as well as language education more broadly, you will contribute to the Master of Teaching and TESOL programmes, delivering inspiring courses and conducting groundbreaking research. Your role will involve mentoring students, developing curriculum, and fostering collaboration within the academic community.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Lead innovative language education: Coordinate and deliver engaging courses in language teaching, drawing on your expertise in teaching Chinese as an additional language.
* Advance research and scholarship: Develop and maintain a significant research programme, publish in high‐impact journals, and participate in conferences.
* Mentor and support students: Provide guidance and support to students, linking theory with practical application through clinical specialist duties.
* Contribute to academic leadership: Engage in faculty and university committees, support professional development, and collaborate in multidisciplinary teams.
You may be a great fit if:
You are an experienced educator with a PhD in Additional Languages education, specialising in teaching Chinese as an additional language, ready to lead innovative teaching and research in a collaborative academic environment.
You may also:
* Have professional experience teaching Chinese as an additional language in Australian schools.
* Possess strong digital literacy and knowledge of contemporary language education practices.
* Demonstrate a developing research profile with publications in relevant leading outlets.
* Have the ability to supervise graduate research students and contribute to academic programmes.
* Be collaborative and constructive in multidisciplinary teams, fostering a positive academic environment.
What we offer you
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
* Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well‐being.
* Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work‐life balance.
* Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance.
* Health and well‐being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program.
Your new team – The Faculty of Education
The Faculty of Education fosters staff productivity, growth and engagement in a collective effort to enrich the contribution that education makes to society. We conduct research and teaching that leads to the transformation of education practice both within and beyond the profession. Faculty of Education stimulates learning that enriches the potential of students from around the world, enabling meaningful careers and profound contributions to communities. We provide research leadership, setting the direction for high‐impact, innovative and responsive research that addresses the pressing issues of our time. We lead purposeful engagement with society, sharing our resources and expertise as part of collaborative efforts to build a resilient, equitable and sustainable future.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child‐safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier‐free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr‐careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page. Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with "Korin‐Korin" our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au for further information and support.
Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.
A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.
Join Us and unlock your career potential
If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
* Resume
* Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
* The responses against the Selection Criteria (found in the Position Description), including the desired knowledge and skills, where relevant
Please note, application documents should be no more than 10 pages in total.
Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.
For recruitment queries, email Petra Newton at hr‐careers@unimelb.edu.au. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.
For job‐specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.
Applications close:
30th March 2026 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.
Position Description: Lecturer, Languages and Literacies Education Additional Languages.docx
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