PhD Teaching Fellow

• 6 x Part time (0.2FTE), 2-year fixed term. Located at the Darlington Campus in the University of Sydney Business School
• Excellent opportunity to develop into the next generation of university academics with the University of Sydney Business School
• Base Salary Level A1, $86,584 p.a. (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation

About the opportunity

MUST BE ENROLLED IN A PHD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF SYDNEY BUSINESS SCHOOL

The University of Sydney Business School is currently seeking PhD students in all areas of Business for part-time appointments as a PhD Teaching Fellow. We are seeking to appoint a total of six (6) PhD Teaching Fellows to work in each of the following Schools:

• School of Accounting, Governance and Regulation
• School of Business Analytics and Marketing
• School of Finance
• School of International Business, Logistics and Supply Chains
• School of Strategy, Innovation and Technology
• School of Work and Organisational Studies

This PhD Teaching Fellowship Program provides training and experience in tertiary teaching to outstanding doctoral candidates with the aim of developing the next generation of university academics skilled in University learning and teaching. The fixed term appointment is for a period of 2 years during the PhD candidature.

It is required that you will participate in teaching and learning training by undertaking the MPLF program run by the Education Innovation group in the University and be successful in achieving your AFHEA by the end of your fixed term appointment. Further support will be provided throughout your employment by academic staff whom you will work with in the teaching program.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• serve as the head tutor or provide administrative support for core units within the Business School’s teaching programs
• conduct and prepare for tutorials during both semesters in designated core areas of the Business School’s coursework teaching programs
• conduct assessment and examination marking and/or support for the academic integrity team
• respond to student enquiries and moderate canvas discussion forums
• provide guidance to other tutors as a head tutor in core coursework units within the Business School’s teaching program
• undertake administrative functions, including supporting Unit of Study Coordinators
• participate in University events and outreach activities, such as Open Days, student life events
• prepare online and/or in-person teaching delivery and contribute to the development of tutorial programs
• provision of consultation hours or pastoral support for students.

About you

• must be currently enrolled in a PhD at the University of Sydney and have ideally already completed at least 4-6 research periods (full-time equivalent), and have either successfully passed or are close to passing your thesis proposal defence in the Business School
• have a passion for teaching
• possess good time management, organisational, and administrative skills with attention to detail
• have proven excellence in both written and verbal communication
• are motivated and able to work independently
• have developing knowledge and understanding of contemporary pedagogical practice and design.

To be supplied by applicants:

• A current CV
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria including which School you are applying to
• Two letters of reference (one of these letters must be from your Lead supervisor)
• Current academic transcript

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks

Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

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How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.  

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For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Rae Hao, Recruitment Operations by email to [email protected] .

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