Lecturer, Dietetics and Human Nutrition

Aurizon Holdings Limited; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Melbourne is seeking a dedicated Lecturer in Dietetics and Human Nutrition. The role involves developing high-quality learning experiences, conducting impactful research, and supervising postgraduate students. Ideal candidates will have a PhD and demonstrated ability in teaching, curriculum development, and research publication. This position offers a full-time opportunity in a vibrant academic community.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Diverse and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised in relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated competence in teaching and curriculum development.
• Evidence of high-quality research demonstrated through publication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality learning experiences for students.
• Engage in curriculum design and participate in reviews.
• Conduct and publish high-quality research.

Skills

Teaching competence

Research publication

Curriculum development

Supervision

Communication skills

Education

PhD or equivalent accreditation

Job description

Overview

Lecturer, Dietetics and Human Nutrition – continuing, full-time opportunity based at La Trobe University’s Melbourne (Bundoora) campus. Level B Teaching & Research.

About the position

We are seeking a dedicated Lecturer to develop, coordinate and deliver a high-quality learning experience that actively engages students through tutorials and practical classes. The successful candidate will demonstrate a scholarly approach to learning and teaching and participate in the innovative design, development and review of course-level curriculum. In addition to teaching responsibilities, the role involves conducting and publishing high-quality and/or high-impact research, either independently or as part of a team. You will also co-supervise or supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) postgraduate students as required, providing academic mentorship and support. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a vibrant academic community with access to resources that support professional growth and impactful scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Develop, coordinate and deliver high-quality learning experiences for students through tutorials and practical classes.
• Engage in scholarly approaches to teaching and participate in curriculum design, development and review at the course level.
• Conduct, publish and contribute to high-quality and/or high-impact research, independently or as part of a team.
• Co-supervise or supervise HDR postgraduate students, providing academic mentorship and support.
• Contribute to a vibrant academic community and leverage resources that support professional growth and impactful scholarship.

Skills and Experience (Qualifications)

• PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
• Demonstrated competence in teaching and curriculum development.
• Evidence of high-quality and/or high-impact research conducted and published or otherwise disseminated, relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, or co-supervise, honours and postgraduate students.
• High level organisational skills with the ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, initiate and follow-up actions, all with minimal or no supervision.
• High level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience in preparing research proposal submissions to external funding bodies and evidence of success in securing research funding.
• Proven experience and success in subject coordination and managing a teaching team.
• Knowledge, expertise and skills in at least one of the following areas: food security/systems, lifespan nutrition, food habits/behaviour, public health or clinical nutrition.
• Ability to teach subjects including: lifespan nutrition, principles of nutrition, nutrition and disease, sports nutrition, public health nutrition, clinical nutrition/dietetics, research skills, and food chemistry/science.

How to apply

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Recruitment Enquiries: Recruitment Team

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Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.

Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• An up-to-date resume;
• A separate document addressing responses to the essential criteria listed within the PD.

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Additional information

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

Why La Trobe:

• Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
• Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics.
• Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in the future.

Advertised: 07/10/2025 Closing Date: 05/11/2025

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