EOI - Academic Sessional (Computer Science), School of Arts and Sciences
University of Notre Dame Australia – Fremantle WA
Casual/Temporary
Campus locations
Fremantle and Sydney Campus
Key Highlights
* Rewarding opportunity
* Friendly and collaborative environment
* Ongoing learning and professional development opportunities
About the University
The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic university with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales.
About the School
The National School of Arts and Sciences is one of two National Schools in the Faculty of Arts, Sciences, Law and Business. The National School is based on two distinct campuses in Fremantle and Sydney. The School of Arts and Sciences delivers a practical, ethical and industry-focused education in diverse areas of study such as the liberal arts, communications and media, counselling, psychology, social work, and science, with a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs on offer.
About the Role
An academic sessional makes a substantial contribution to teaching programs at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The position requires the preparation and coordination of lectures, tutorials, and workshops, consultation with students, assessment marking, and attendance at meetings as required by the relevant Course Coordinators and the Computer Science Discipline Head. The primary purpose of an academic sessional is to successfully deliver and manage their assigned courses within the discipline area.
The school seeks expressions of interest from experienced academics who have a passion for teaching. Teaching opportunities are available on a sessional basis in the Bachelor of Computer Science and Master of Computer Science programs.
We are looking for academic sessional staff with subject matter expertise in three or more of the following areas:
* Operating Systems
* Computer Architecture
* Computational Modelling
* Programming Languages and Compilers
* Computer Systems and Networks
* Artificial Intelligence
* Cyber Security
* Industry-aligned Projects
Key Responsibilities
* Teach foundational and advanced computer science courses in consultation with the Discipline Head.
* Actively contribute to the design and development of curriculum, incorporating contemporary advancements in the computer science discipline.
* Provide consultation to students regarding weekly learning activities and assessments.
* Mark assessments and provide feedback as outlined by the Course Coordinators.
* Attend meetings as required by the Course Coordinator or Discipline Head.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
* Possession of a doctoral qualification in computer science, or equivalent accreditation and/or standing.
* Knowledge and understanding of emerging technologies in computer science and related areas.
* Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
* Ability to deliver high-quality learning and teaching practices in multiple modes, including face-to-face and hybrid delivery.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to foster collegiality and empathize with students.
* Proven ability to prioritise tasks, manage workload, and meet deadlines in a busy educational environment.
* Teaching experience, including the ability to develop and deliver computer science courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, incorporating new technologies and innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
* Strong networking skills and the ability to support the national and international positioning of the school in computer science or related disciplines.
* Previous experience working in the tertiary education sector is desirable.
How to Apply
Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Please indicate your area of interest and subject matter expertise in your cover letter. This is an Expression of Interest, and you will be contacted when the need arises.
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.
EEO Statement
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 Tanveer Zia, ***********@nd.edu.au.
Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained.
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