Lecturer – QLD- Part Time & Full Time, 2 Years Fixed Term

Location: Brisbane, QLD

2 vacancies available : Part Time ,  2 years Fixed Term  & Full Time 2 years Fixed Term

Purpose of the Role

A lecturer is responsible for providing a high-quality teaching and learning experience for students and for making ongoing contributions to the academic mission of the College in the areas of curriculum development, academic management and administration, research and scholarship and to the corporate life of the College in accordance with the College’s strategic goals.

 Key Accountabilities

The key areas the Lecturer will be involved in are:

Teaching & Learning

• Provide a high quality learning experience to students, assisting them to achieve prescribed learning outcomes
• Continually develop your own teaching methods and practices to apply high quality, innovative learning techniques and use of materials that create interest, understanding and enthusiasm amongst students.
• Prepare for and conduct face to face, online and co-operative course programs as allocated
• Conduct workshops, teaching of intensive courses, small group discussions, large group lectures, practice courts, webinars, oral assessments and other learning and assessment activities as required           

Curriculum Development

• Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of law and practice in all PLT curriculum areas and contribute proactively to ensure that the College PLT curriculum is current and accurate.
• Participate in curriculum teams to maintain and develop course materials.

 Management & Administration

• Proactively manage the progress of students through their course of study, including maintaining email records and other records of participation, coursework and assessment

• As required, manage the relationship with one or more law firms in a co-operative program,

• Proactively contribute to the annual PLT business planning process

A more detailed position description is attached

About you

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Demonstrated aptitude for teaching.
• Enthusiasm for the development and continual improvement of teaching skills
• Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in a team.
• Strong knowledge and background in legal practice
• An enthusiasm for the practice of law and an ability to communicate that enthusiasm.
• An understanding of the strategic context of the legal profession and its associated industries
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated capacity or willingness to contribute to the creation and maintenance of course materials (multi-media and online), stakeholder liaison and project management.
• Sound project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and achieve priorities within tight timelines.
• Awareness of educational technologies including online delivery
• Proficiency in use of MS Office

Essential qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in law and eligibility to practise as a lawyer in an Australian jurisdiction 
• Minimum 5 years' recent experience as a practising lawyer

Desirable qualifications

A teaching qualification such as a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in Education or willingness to undertake such a qualification.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens, Permanent Residents or hold a valid work permit or visa

As an employer who embraces equity, diversity and inclusion and respects the rights of all people, we hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued.  

If interested please send covering letter outlining your experience and suitability for the role, and CV to hr@collaw.edu.au

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