Islamic Studies Lecturer: Inclusive Teaching & Engagement

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

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

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Job summary

The University of Melbourne is seeking a Lecturer in Islamic Studies within the Asia Institute. This 11-month, full-time fixed-term education-focused role involves coordinating subjects, designing inclusive curricula, and developing technology-enhanced learning resources for diverse student cohorts.

You will contribute to scholarly and community engagement spanning Oman, Australia and beyond. You will teach Islamic Studies in a multidisciplinary program, coordinate subjects, and engage in

Qualifications

• Hold a completed PhD in Islamic Studies.
• Broad knowledge of Islamic Studies including Qur'anic studies and contemporary Muslim societies.
• Demonstrate effective tertiary teaching, including subject coordination and inclusive practices.
• Develop educational resources and coordinate subjects using eTeaching approaches.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver Arab and Islamic Studies subjects (lectures, tutorials, seminars, assessment).
• Provide student consultation and manage assessment extensions and integrity issues.
• Participate in Boards of Examiners, school meetings, committees and relevant fora.
• Engage in pedagogical scholarship and professional development to support inclusive teaching.

Skills

Tertiary teaching

Curriculum design

eTeaching

Academic governance

Education

PhD in Islamic Studies

Job description

The University of Melbourne is seeking a Lecturer in Islamic Studies within the Asia Institute. This 11-month, full-time fixed-term education-focused role involves coordinating subjects, designing inclusive curricula, and developing technology-enhanced learning resources for diverse student cohorts.

You will contribute to scholarly and community engagement spanning Oman, Australia and beyond. You will teach Islamic Studies in a multidisciplinary program, coordinate subjects, and engage in