Associate Lecturer - Bachelor of Science - Taronga Zoo

• Based at Sydney’s Iconic – Taronga Zoo Sydney!
• Temporary 3 Year, Full Time Contract
• TCSA Salaried Employees Award, Clerk Grade 6/ 7, includes base salary starting from $100,011.00 + 11% superannuation

Taronga Conservation Society Australia is seeing a motivated, passionate and inspiring Associate Lecturer - Bachelor of Science to support the academic design and implementation of Bachelor level units in wildlife conservation. 

About the Role…

The successful individual will be responsible for supporting the development, delivery and assessment of undergraduate coursework in conservation biology, ecology, biology and related disciplines as part of the Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Taronga Wildlife Conservation) offered by the University of Sydney.

Key Accountabilities…

• Develop and deliver undergraduate coursework including lectures and practical sessions 
• Supervise and mark undergraduate assessments, including honours students 
• Coordinate and deliver training to demonstrators to ensure consistent, high value practical sessions
• Teaching administration to ensure the successful delivery of courses including the coordination of facilities requirements at Taronga
• Comply with Taronga’s Customer Service Charter and suggest initiatives for further improvement to ensure industry leading standards are maintained.
• Assist with WHS requirements including reporting of hazards / incidents, participating in site inspections and risk assessments in line with Taronga policies and procedures.
• Comply with and suggest sustainability practices in the workplace to help achieve Taronga’s sustainability targets and reduce environmental impact.

About You…
We are looking for candidates that have:

• Hold a PhD degree in conservation biology, zoology, ecology, biology or relevant environmental science related discipline. 
• Have strong demonstrated track record of excellence in education including development, delivery and assessment of undergraduate coursework (recent or current).
• Have demonstrated practical experience in conservation biology, conservation management or a closely related discipline. 
• Strong communication and student engagement skills 
• NSW Working with Children Check
• Hold a NSW driver’s license to enable travel between Taronga Zoo and the University of Sydney as required.
• Under the direction of the University Program Manager and Lecturer, this role will deliver components of the Bachelor of Science / Bachelor of Advanced Studies (Taronga Wildlife Conservation) course that are undertaken at Taronga Zoo and the University of Sydney. The successful candidate will be appointed as an Affiliate of the University of Sydney (note: the process of appointment as an Affiliate will commence after the applicant has been nominated by Taronga as its preferred candidate for the position of Associate Lecturer - Science). The successful candidate will also be expected to comply with the University of Sydney’s Code of Conduct, by-laws, rules and policies relevant to the teaching of the course at Taronga. 

Benefits…

Our employees enjoy generous employment conditions including some of the following:

• Flexible Hybrid work model - Taronga supports a blend of in-office, remote, and on-the-go workers!
• Complimentary family and friends passes across both Taronga’s Sydney & Dubbo Zoo’s
• A wide range of discounts on our award winning accommodation across both sites
• Discounted food and beverage purchases across the sites
• Fitness Passport
• + more!

About Applying…

Please submit your resume and a cover letter of one page. You are also required to complete the two target questions as part of your application.

1. Describe a time when you were required to teach a diverse cohort of students. How did you adapt your teaching style to meet the needs of these students?
2. Using an example, please explain the process you undertake when preparing a lecture. Please also describe any delivery considerations. 

Applications Close: 11.59pm, Sunday 10th September 2023