Academic Sessionals (VU Business School) at Victoria University Minimal

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Assessment, Academic Support, Industry Connection, Collaboration, Creativity, Inclusivity, Organizational Skills, Communication, Interpersonal Skills, Reflective Teaching, Research Interest, Student Engagement, Adaptability, Real-World Application, Professional Experience

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity to join Victoria University Business School’s high-achieving teaching team and contribute to delivering innovative, applied, and industry-connected education. As a sessional academic, you will play a key role in shaping student learning experiences through engaging teaching, assessment, and academic support across our undergraduate and postgraduate programs. You will work within a collaborative and supportive team environment that values creativity, inclusion, and real-world impact, helping students develop the skills and confidence to thrive in their chosen careers. Disciplines: Accounting Finance, Banking and Finance Tourism, Hospitality and Event Management Human Resource Management Information Systems Management International Trade Management and Innovation Marketing Business Analytics For a copy of the Salary Schedule, please click here: Academic Sessional Staff - Salary Levels About You: We are seeking a forward-thinking academic with tertiary qualifications and a strong disciplinary background in your area of expertise. You may come from a professional, industry, or academic background, bringing relevant experience that informs your teaching practice and connects theory with real-world application. You are passionate about inspiring the next generation of business professionals and share Victoria University’s commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and transformative learning environment. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated teaching experience in tertiary education and the ability to engage diverse learners through innovative, applied, and student-centred approaches. Having an active research interest or scholarly engagement in your field will be considered a distinct advantage, particularly where it informs teaching excellence. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative and supportive team environment that values respect, integrity, and real-world impact. You bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and strong organisational skills to an intensive teaching schedule—delivering undergraduate units over four-week blocks (three sessions per week) and postgraduate units over eight-week blocks (two sessions per week). You will enjoy the energy and immediacy of VU’s Block Model, where you can see students grow and succeed in real time. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and reflective teaching skills are essential for success in this role. To be eligible, you must hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC). How to Apply: To submit an application, click on the Apply Now button. Please include a subject line ‘Sessional EOI – Discipline Area’. We encourage EOIs that focus on teaching one or two discipline areas that closely align with your educational qualifications and professional expertise. Application Closing Date: Monday 5th of January 2026 (11:59pm AEDT) Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia. Who to Contact? For further information relating to the position, please contact Nilusha Gallage, Undergraduate Coordinator for Business at nilusha.gallage@vu.edu.au or Himanshu Shree, Postgraduate Coordinator at himanshu.shree@vu.edu.au. Why Join Us: VU provides competitive salaries, excellent superannuation, and a variety of benefits. The university fosters an environment where staff can excel, achieve their goals, and develop their careers. With a focus on diversity, inclusion, and family-friendly policies, VU supports both professional and personal well-being. For more information, please visit our Jobs at VU Webpage Our Commitment to Protecting Country: Victoria University honours its deep diversity as a foundation for collaboration and social progress. We will demonstrate sensitivity in respecting First Nation perspectives. We will ensure that we respect our Indigenous voices and commit to sustainable Protecting Country. We will take leadership responsibility, in all that we do, to improve the health and wellbeing of our local and global communities, and the planet that we share. Our Commitment to Progressive Inclusivity: VU is an equal opportunity employer and proudly committed to progressive inclusivity. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all its forms including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally and racially marginalised communities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people of all ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We strive to reflect the communities we serve and foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive environment where everyone feels they belong. We are proud to be a WGEA Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. Our Commitment to Inclusive Recruitment: VU is committed to providing a positive and barrier-free recruitment experience. If you require adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, including accessible formats of documents, please contact us at inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au or call (03) 9919 5999.

Responsibilities

As a sessional academic, you will engage in teaching, assessment, and academic support across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. You will contribute to shaping student learning experiences and help students develop skills for their careers.