Lecturer in American & Australian Studies (Great Books)

The University of Queensland; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 142,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

26 weeks paid parental leave

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

The University of Queensland in Brisbane's St Lucia campus invites applications for a Part-time Lecturer in American/Australian Studies within the Centre for Western Civilisation, with the opportunity to progress to a full-time, fixed-term appointment commencing Semester 1 2027 and concluding 30 June 2031.

The role focuses on teaching, research and service; you will develop courses, supervise Honours and HDR students, establish a research program and contribute to a Great Books curriculum that

Qualifications

• PhD in Australian or American literature required.
• Growing teaching and research profile in American and Australian literature/culture.
• Experience with Great Books programs or similar is desirable.
• Evidence of publications in refereed journals and conference presentations.

Responsibilities

• Teaching: develop and deliver courses, coordinate courses, assess students, provide academic counselling.
• Research: establish a research program, seek funding, publish in reputable journals.
• Supervision and Researcher Development: supervise students, coordinate projects, provide feedback and training.
• Citizenship and Service: build partnerships, engage in service roles and committees, support colleagues.

Skills

Teaching

Research

Course coordination

Supervision

Curriculum design

External funding

Education

PhD in Australian or American literature

Job description

The University of Queensland in Brisbane's St Lucia campus invites applications for a Part-time Lecturer in American/Australian Studies within the Centre for Western Civilisation, with the opportunity to progress to a full-time, fixed-term appointment commencing Semester 1 2027 and concluding 30 June 2031.

The role focuses on teaching, research and service; you will develop courses, supervise Honours and HDR students, establish a research program and contribute to a Great Books curriculum that