Lecturer in Indonesian Studies

• Join the University of Sydney’s vibrant Department of Indonesian Studies in the School of Languages and Cultures
• Work with engaged colleagues committed to excellence in Indonesian language teaching
• Full-time, fixed term contract until December 2018, remuneration package: $114K - $135K p.a. (which includes salary, leave loading and up to 17% superannuation)

The University of Sydney is Australia's first university and has an outstanding global reputation for academic and research excellence. It employs over 7600 permanent staff, supporting over 60,000 students.

The Department of Indonesian Studies in the School of Languages and Cultures offers an area studies major incorporating language acquisition for learners who enter the program with less than near-native facility and rigorous disciplinary content for native and non-native speakers. While ensuring that language acquisition takes precedence in the lower levels, students are expected to grapple with important questions about the history, culture, geography, economy, anthropology and politics of this vast and complex nation from the ab initio level onwards. This is facilitated at the lower levels through an English language lecture component and at the upper levels through our flagship Indonesian language guest lecture program, in which students from levels 3 and 4 come together 10 times per semester to attend a lecture on a topic related to their studies delivered in Indonesian by an outside expert.

This position offers you an opportunity to:

To secure this role you must have:

• native or near-native fluency in Indonesian and English
• a PhD in Indonesian Studies or other relevant discipline (the minimum requirement being proof of submission of the thesis at the time of interview)
• experience in teaching at the university level and a demonstrated interest in curriculum development
• demonstrated research potential in an area that contributes to or complements the department’s existing research strengths
• evidence of organisational ability, capacity for teamwork and administration, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with students and colleagues.

There are also desirable criteria for appointment.

Short listed applicants will be asked to provide evidence of their capacity for excellent teaching and a sample of research writing in English. Candidates will be requested to do a teaching demonstration as part of the interview process.

Remuneration package: $114K – 135K p.a. (which includes a base salary $96K to $114K p.a., leave loading and up to 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Enquiries about the position can be directed to Dr Novi Djenar on +61 2 9036 9512 or email: novi.djenar@sydney.edu.au
Enquiries regarding the recruitment process can be directed to Michelle Carlon/Kristy Fairweather at +61 2 8627 0646/1217 or sydneyrecruitment.mkconsultant@sydney.edu.au

To be considered for this position it is essential that you address the online selection criteria. For guidance on how to apply visit: How to apply for an advertised position.

CLOSING DATE: 11:30pm 2 June 2016

INTERVIEW DATE: 10 June 2016 

COMMENCEMENT DATE: 18 July 2016 (some flexibility may be possible)  

The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications from equity target groups, including women and people with disabilities are encouraged. As the University of Sydney has established a scheme to increase the number of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff employed across the institution, applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are also encouraged.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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