Lecturer in International Communication

Job no: 492301
Work type: Continuing full time
Vacancy type: External Vacancy
Categories: Academic - Teaching and Research

Macquarie University is first among the nation's universities under 50 years of age due to significant investment in areas of research excellence. Located on 126 hectares, we enjoy excellent facilities including a state-of-the-art library, the country's most technologically advanced hospital with associated research facilities and new models for industry engagement and research, an exceptional sports complex and we are easily accessible by rail and bus.

The Faculty of Arts is distinguished by its student-centred and research-inspired approaches to teaching and learning. Staff and students work together to ask questions about socially complex problems and reflect on the skills and knowledge the need to understand the world, past and present.

The Department of Media, Music, Communication and Cultural Studies is a vibrant, interdisciplinary department offering a range of programs in critical inquiry and creative practice. The Department is seeking a dynamic lecturer to contribute to our International Communication program. The successful candidate will teach in both the BA and Master of International Communication degrees, supervise higher degree research students and undertake research. The successful candidate will have an established research track record and clear research strategy for the future.

Selection CriteriaTo be considered for this position, applicants must respond to the selection criteria below and attach as a separate document in the application process.

• PhD in Communication or related area
• Evidence of high quality tertiary teaching in International Communications or related disciplines, including some of the following areas: Intercultural Communication, International Public Relations and Advertising, Cross-cultural Communication, Public Diplomacy, Development Communication
• Experience in unit or program design
• Evidence of an established research career in scholarly publications
• Provision of a coherent and intellectually ambitious medium-term research strategy

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in teaching highly internationalised classes
• Experience in higher degree supervision or postgraduate teaching
• The ability to work collegially and collaboratively
• Experience in, and commitment to, academic administration

Salary Package:  from $85,295 - $100,919 p.a. (Level B), plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading

Appointment Type:  full-time continuing

Enquiries: Associate Professor Sherman Young on sherman.young@mq.edu.au or +61 2 9850 6778

Applications Close: 9 December 2012

Macquarie University is an EO Employer committed to diversity and social inclusion. Applications are encouraged from people with a disability; women (particularly for senior and non-traditional roles); Indigenous Australians, people who identify as GLBTI; and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applications need to be submitted through the Macquarie University online recruitment system. Where circumstances such as disability or remote location prohibit your access to our online system please contact the enquiries person listed in this advertisement for assistance.

Advertised: 22 Nov 2012 Aus. Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 09 Dec 2012 Aus. Eastern Standard Time