Senior Lecturer - Information Systems

Who we are:
At Torrens University Australia, making a difference is in our DNA. As a Certified B Corporation, we belong to a global community of future-focused companies using business as a force for good. We believe in the transformative power of education to change lives, families, communities - and the world. That's why we're on a mission to increase access to higher education, so learners from all walks of life can chase their dreams.

A progressive university, we ground our studies in industry. Expert academics bring their insights into the classroom, with a range of assessment types that aim to be authentic and informed by industry needs. Bridging the gap between study and work, our educators prepare students for career success and connect them with future employers. Building relevant skills, experience and networks from day one, students don't just learn about their industry, they live it.

What's the job?
The Senior Lecturer (internally known as a Senior Learning Facilitator) is an academic role involving teaching (on-campus and online), scholarship and research including the potential to supervise MPhil and PhD candidates. Extra non-teaching responsibilities such as the management or leadership of subjects or courses may be allocated based on course needs and the incumbent's individual skills, expertise and development. Mentoring other lecturers is also part of the expectation of a Senior Lecturer at Torrens.

The role is responsible for designing, delivering and updating subjects related to Information Systems for bachelor's and/or master's degrees. This role works to ensure students are provided with the best opportunity to attain learning outcomes and satisfactorily complete their assessment tasks. It also participates in course review initiatives, including validation and moderation activities and appointees are required to be available to provide student support outside of timetabled class hours.

Industry relevance is critical to us, and as such we expect our Senior Lecturers to also be fostering connections with industry partners for collaborative projects, internships, and guest lectures or help bringing in guest speakers from industry to provide real-world perspectives.

The role is Full-time Permanent - based in our Surry Hills campus. Courses are delivered both online and face to face so there will be a mix of work from home and on campus. Ideally, we would like the successful candidate to start in May 2024, to begin teaching in June for our next term.

Who you are

In the Masters of Information Systems, we teach our students a variety of subjects from Programming to Database Management, Web Technologies, Networking and Security, Systems Analytics and Design, Information Systems Architecture, Cybersecurity and Risk Management, Data Privacy and Ethics and Emerging Technology. To be successful in this position you will have:

• A Phd in Information Systems or any of those related field stated above.
• Demonstrated experience in higher education in the field.
• A demonstrated track record of high-quality teaching and research outcomes through traditional publications, conferences and non-traditional research outcomes.
• Evidence of applying for research grants.
• Good industry connections and a demonstration of integrating industry practice into a learning environment.
• Previous experience (and a passion for) mentoring others
• Ideally hold a Graduate certificate in teaching and learning

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. All applicants require current and valid working rights for Australia.

Why join us?
Bold, modern and agile, we are Australia's fastest-growing university going from 164 students in 2014 to 40,000+ alumni across 115+ countries and 2000+ staff today. In 2020, Australian Financial Review named us one of the country's most innovative companies. As we continue to establish ourselves as a truly global university, we never lose sight of our student-centric approach. Supported by teams of passionate people, you will find opportunities for professional development and career progression.

We are a private, for-profit university with a robust research agenda as well as social impact initiatives focused on making the world a better place. We encourage meaningful work from our academics that contributes to our overall mission.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating an inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, religion, age, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.

Our culture
Just like our students, our employees are a diverse group who want to make an impact. When you join us, we give you the freedom to be bold, creative and courageous - with flexible working arrangements (hours and ways of working will vary from role to role) that allow you to bring your best. We have built a culture that celebrates community, collaboration and innovation, where people love what they do.

What we offer:
We support your personal passions, development and wellbeing, to make your working life a more rewarding experience. At Torrens University Australia, you will benefit from:

• a positive workplace environment that fosters a global, entrepreneurial mindset
• belonging to a team of researchers making a difference to society
• building on an academic culture connected to industry and community
• opportunities to innovate across teaching and research
• access to internal opportunities that promote professional growth
• flexible working arrangement

Hiring process
We aim to provide you with the necessary information you need at each stage of this process to put your best self forward. If you want to know more, or need assistance or accommodation during the recruiting phase, please contact your recruiter at anne.devoronine@torrens.edu.au

To learn more about what makes Torrens University Australia a great place to work, visit https://www.torrens.edu.au/blog. 

We would love to hear from you.

Applications close: 8 May 2024