Melbourne – Australia
Salary: AU$140,812 to AU$162,366 or £74,149.35 to £85,499.34 (converted salary*) pa plus 17% employer superannuation
* Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
* Join our inclusive, collaborative and growing social science community
* Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas – and the people who discover them
The Opportunity
The School of Media, Film and Journalism at Monash University is seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Lecturer in Public Relations to become part of our internationally renowned team researching and investigating contemporary media debates and issues. The appointee would teach public relations subjects within the Public Relations stream of the Bachelor of Media Communication and the Master of Strategic Communications. This includes adopting a critical public relations approach aligned to the contemporary modes of strategic communications and digital media.
This position offers opportunities to develop new initiatives for students within our robust internships program and to collaborate internationally with similar programs at Monash Malaysia.
About You
Your expertise in communications will enhance our research and teaching, especially in areas such as climate change communication, communication and social change, social media, promotional culture, environmental communication, and intercultural communication.
You are a research leader with a proven track record in securing research grants and engaging in global media debates. You are passionate about delivering engaging, innovative teaching and contributing to curriculum development.
About Monash University
At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, contributing to groundbreaking initiatives where great things happen.
We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming everyone’s contributions, lived experiences, and expertise. We foster an inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone is supported to succeed.
This role is full-time, with flexible working arrangements negotiable.
* Join us in our purpose to build a better future for communities – #ChangeIt
Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have policies to help staff balance work and personal commitments, including support for parents.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, and all genders, sexualities, and ages.
We are committed to an accessible recruitment process. For reasonable adjustments, contact us at with the subject 'Reasonable Adjustments Request'.
Your employment depends on satisfactory pre-employment and background checks as required by the University.
Enquiries: Associate Professor Shane Homan, Head of School, Media Film and Journalism – email:
Closing Date: Sunday 8 June, 11:55pm AEST
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