Education-Focused Islamic Studies Lecturer

University of Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 125,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Professional development

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

University of Melbourne invites a Lecturer in Islamic Studies (Education Focused) to teach within the Asia Institute, coordinating subjects and developing inclusive curricula. You will design technology-enhanced learning resources for diverse cohorts and contribute to scholarly and community engagement across Oman, Australia and the wider academic community.

You will deliver Arab and Islamic Studies courses, provide student mentoring, and participate in governance and assessment processes while

Qualifications

• PhD in Islamic Studies and track record in teaching at tertiary level.
• Experience coordinating Islamic Studies subjects and curricula.
• Demonstrated ability to design inclusive curricula for diverse student cohorts.
• Proficiency with technology-enhanced learning and eTeaching approaches.
• Emerging record of pedagogical or academic research that informs teaching practice.
• Strong organisational skills and commitment to inclusive learning.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver Arab and Islamic Studies subjects, including lectures, tutorials, seminars and assessment.
• Provide student consultations, manage extensions and ensure academic integrity.
• Participate in Boards of Examiners and School/Program meetings.
• Engage in pedagogical scholarship and professional development.

Skills

Tertiary teaching

Subject coordination

Inclusive classroom practices

Pedagogical scholarship

Education

PhD in Islamic Studies

Tools

Learning Management Systems

eTeaching tools

Job description

University of Melbourne invites a Lecturer in Islamic Studies (Education Focused) to teach within the Asia Institute, coordinating subjects and developing inclusive curricula. You will design technology-enhanced learning resources for diverse cohorts and contribute to scholarly and community engagement across Oman, Australia and the wider academic community.

You will deliver Arab and Islamic Studies courses, provide student mentoring, and participate in governance and assessment processes while