• Join a leading academic institution
• Full-time, permanent appointment
• Base Salary of $120-150k AUD + 17% superannuation based on candidate's experience

About the opportunity

The United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney is a university-based research centre, dedicated to the rigorous analysis of American foreign policy, economics, politics, and culture. The Centre is a national resource, that builds Australia’s awareness of the dynamics shaping America — and critically — their implications for Australia. Our motto is “Analysis of America. Insights for Australia. Solutions for the Alliance”.

We recognise the value of diversity and inclusion and strongly support a culture where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from women, people of all ages and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, refugees, and veterans.

We currently invite applications for an open-rank appointment in American Studies. Please indicate in your application materials whether you would like to be considered for appointment as Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C).

In this exciting role your key responsibilities will be to:

• contribute to outstanding educational design, delivery, and outcomes within the Centre’s teaching programs
• apply scholarship and knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practice to inform innovative educational practice in and beyond the discipline of American Studies
• undertake independent research with the aim of securing grant funding and publishing peer-reviewed work that meets the standards of the Centre and University
• contribute to a positive workplace culture within the Centre and University
• contribute to educational and administrative activities of the Centre and University
• engage with the media and undertake outreach activities related to your educational practice.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need:

• a PhD in American Studies or any related discipline (including but not limited to Anthropology, Art History, Business, Critical Ethnic Studies, English, Education, Economics, Gender Studies, Film Studies, History, Media and Communication, Law, Political Science, International Relations, Political Economy, Sociology)
• teaching experience at tertiary level in American Studies or a cognate discipline
• demonstrated track record for excellence in research and teaching, including recognition of achieving outstanding student outcomes
• an ambitious and achievable three-year research plan
• experience with a diverse student body, including local, career-change and international students
• a commitment to teamwork in curriculum development and other areas of academic administration
• experience working in a collegial and effective manner with colleagues at department, faculty, and University level, as well as with external stakeholders
• evidence of your ability to undertake independent or participate in collaborative scholarly projects with demonstrated impact
• a demonstrated capacity for engagement in outreach activities in American Studies or US history, politics, economics, or culture (e.g., public talks, debates, and media commentary).

Desirable for appointment is:

• a scholarly teaching profile in gender studies, in social, economic, or environmental history, or in critical ethnic studies
• a capacity to collaborate and teach across faculties, including with Arts and Social Sciences, Business, Law, or Engineering
• experience in a multidisciplinary American studies environment.

The successful candidate will hold an ongoing appointment in the United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation period for new appointees. Remuneration package: Base salary of 120k to 150k AUD + 17% superannuation based on candidate's experience.

Lecturer in American Studies Position Description
Senior Lecturer in American Studies Position Description

Apply

Please apply via the University of Sydney Career Site.

Applications close Friday 29 September 2023, 11.59pm

Please contact Aaron Nyerges for any questions related to this role by email at aaron.nyerges@sydney.edu.au.

About United States Studies Centre

The United States Studies Centre at the University of Sydney is a university-based research centre, dedicated to the rigorous analysis of American foreign policy, economics, politics, and culture. The Centre is a national resource, that builds Australia’s awareness of the dynamics shaping America — and critically — their implications for Australia. Our motto is “Analysis of America. Insights for Australia. Solutions for the Alliance”.

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