Lecturer, Prosthetics and Orthotics

Job No.:561040

Work type:Fixed Term

• Based at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus
• $88,889 - $104,427 + Superannuation*
• Teaching Focussed
• Maternity Leave replacement position from 1st June 2021 until 30th June 2022

The Prosthetics and Orthotics Discipline is responsible for a number of courses including: Bachelor or Applied Science and Master of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics (double degree) as well as the graduate entry Masters of Clinical Prosthetics and Orthotics.

About the position

This position will contribute to the teaching within the Prosthetics and Orthotics courses at the Melbourne (Bundoora) campus; primarily the design, coordination and delivery of the prosthetics curriculum related to transtibial, transfemoral and/or upper extremity amputation. The successful applicant will also be expected to contribute to the administrative functions of the discipline.

To be considered for this position, you will possess:

• PhD degree OR minimum of a Bachelor degree in Prosthetics and Orthotics and significant clinical experience commensurate with a Grade 3 level of appointment (grade 2 clinicians with significant experience would be considered
• Demonstrated ability to provide a high quality, contemporary, prosthetic service consistent with a Grade 3 appointment, a Grade 2 appointment with significant experience would be considered.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively with staff and students from a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Membership of the Australian Orthotic and Prosthetic Association is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to design, deliver and coordinate subjects.

Benefits

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How to Apply

Closing date: 11pm Sunday 11th April 2021

Position Enquiries: Anthony Francis, Email: a.francis@latrobe.edu.au

Position Description below:

This position is open to people with a valid full-time working visa.

Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:

• Cover letter;
• An up to date resume; and
• A separate document addressing each essential and desirable bullet point in the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description.

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La Trobe University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We encourage people with a disability, lived experience of disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait islanders and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position

All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.

For further enquiries on how to apply for this role, please contact Recruitment Partner Justin Bolton on +61 (03) 9479 1073

To apply and to view position description please visit and search for job number 561040 under current vacancies.

• La Trobe University currently has a job protection framework in place whereby there is a salary reduction in place from the Collective Agreement. The amount shown in accurate as at the advertised date and will be subject for review at 30th June 2021

About La Trobe

La Trobe University's success is driven by people who are committed to making a difference. They are creative and highly motivated, pursue new ideas and create knowledge. La Trobe is one of Australia's research leaders, and the largest provider of higher education to regional Victoria. La Trobe University turned 50 in 2017, and over the half century of its existence it has established a reputation as an innovative and accessible university, willing to take risks and take on challenges. Our teaching and research address some of the most significant issues of our time and we're passionate about driving change through operational excellence to benefit the communities we serve.

Advertised:25/3/2021

Closing Date:11/4/2021

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