Lecturer/Senior Lecturer In American Studies

Description In this exciting role, your key responsibilities will be to:contribute to outstanding educational design, delivery, and outcomes within the Centre's teaching programsapply scholarship and knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practice to inform innovative educational practice in and beyond the discipline of American Studiesundertake independent research with the aim of securing grant funding and publishing peer-reviewed work that meets the standards of the Centre and Universitycontribute to a positive workplace culture within the Centre and Universitycontribute to educational and administrative activities of the Centre and Universityengage with the media and undertake outreach activities related to your educational practice.About youTo be successful in this role, you will need to demonstrate that you satisfy the following selection criteria:a PhD in American Studies, International Relations, or related social-science discipline (i.e. Anthropology, Economics, Political Science, Political Economy, Sociology)teaching experience at tertiary level in American Studies or a cognate disciplinedemonstrated track record for excellence in research and teaching, including recognition of achieving outstanding student outcomesan ambitious and achievable research planexperience with a diverse student body, including local, career-change and international studentsa commitment to teamwork in curriculum development and other areas of academic administrationexperience working in a collegial and effective manner with colleagues at department, faculty, and University level, as well as with external stakeholdersevidence of your ability to undertake independent or participate in collaborative scholarly projects with demonstrated impacta demonstrated capacity for engagement in outreach activities in American Studies or US society (e.g., public talks, debates, and media commentary).Desirable for appointment is:a capacity to collaborate and teach across faculties, including with Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Law, or Engineeringexperience in a multidisciplinary American studies environment.The United States Studies Centre is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.Sponsorship / work rights for AustraliaPlease note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.How to applyApplications (including a cover letter, CV and latest official or unofficial academic transcript) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.For enquires about the position, please contact Dr. Rodney Taveira, Academic Director of the United States Studies Centre via email u.Applications CloseSunday 21 April 2024 11:59 PM