Lecturer in Public Health

Job Summary

The Department of Health Systems and Populations is seeking a suitably qualified academic to be actively involved in the implementation and delivery of an innovative Master of Public Health (MPH) program and to foster world-class research to underpin the program.  The Faculty has existing strong educational expertise, including in educational research that positions Macquarie University as a leader in the delivery of innovative academic health education.

About You

You will be actively engaged in public health practice and/or public health research, ideally with teaching experience and be adept in tutoring epidemiology and providing teaching support across public health core units. You will also have experience with, or a willingness to embrace, educational technology, blended learning and educational innovation. In addition, ideally you will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the integration between research/practice and quality teaching, and how this integration can enhance student engagement.

To Apply

To be considered for this position, please apply online and attach your resume and a separate 1-2 page cover letter addressing the selection criteria and indicating your reference for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer role:

• PhD or equivalent tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated participation in teaching design, administration and capability to deliver high quality learning and teaching in the field of Public Health.
• Capacity to independently conduct tutorials and mark assessments and exams in the relevant discipline area and evidence of teaching quality.
• Demonstrated excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to relate to staff and students from all backgrounds, work effectively in a team environment, and to represent the faculty to external stakeholders and the general public
• Demonstrated understanding of the principles of confidentiality, anti-discrimination, staff and student equity, occupational health and safety as well as other relevant legislation.

Enquiries: Professor Janaki Amin, Head of Department, Health Systems and Populations on Janaki.amin@mq.edu.au