Associate Professor in Social Work at Victoria University Minimal

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Jun, 26

Salary

183978.0

Posted On

09 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Research Leadership, Teaching Excellence, Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, Capacity Building, Mentoring, Collaboration, Scholarly Activities, Social Work, Health, Innovation, Stakeholder Management, Communication

Industry

Higher Education

Description

About VU: At Victoria University, our aim is to be a global leader in dual-sector learning and research by 2028. Join us on the journey and help us achieve our strategic drives embedded in our Strategic Plan 2022-2028: Start well, finish brilliantly. [https://content.vu.edu.au/sites/default/files/2022-2028-vu-strategic-plan.pdf] One of the drivers “Thriving place to Study and Work” will enable us to continue to create places that our students and staff love to belong and feel immense pride. About the Team: This role sits within the Allied Health Program within the College of Sport, Health, and Engineering. The mission of the Allied Health program at Victoria University is to enhance health and quality of life through discovery, dissemination, and application of evidence-based knowledge regarding relevant health disciplines. This mission will be achieved through empowering students from diverse countries and cultures, socioeconomic and educational backgrounds, to be successful lifelong learners, grow their skills and capabilities for the changing world of work. Students will grow to be confident, creative, ethical, and respectful, local and global citizens. The operations of the social work course and this position are currently located at the Footscray Park campus of the University and the role of the joint appointment is located at the Sunshine campus of Western Health though this position may be relocated to any other existing or future University work location. It is expected that staff travel to various campuses for meetings, teaching classes and other required activities as necessary. About the Role: The overall purpose of this very exciting position of Associate Professor of Social work position is to innovate and provide leadership in research and the scholarship of teaching and learning. It comprises two aspects: Sixty percent (0.6EFT) of the role is exclusively within the College of Sport, Health and Engineering in the Allied Health Program in the discipline of social work. Forty percent (0.4EFT) of the role comprises a jointly funded position with Western Health. In this role the incumbent will lead research and scholarly activities and projects between Victoria University and Western Health. Position Key Duties An example of duties you may perform includes: * Contribute to teaching and learning excellence and innovation through the delivery of face to face teaching in social work programmes; * Initiate, develop and conduct high quality research projects in collaboration with research leaders in the University, Western Health social work staff, university key industry partners and other external organisations; and * Contribute to leadership of the team of social work academics at Victoria University by capacity building, mentoring and enabling others to thrive. Salary: Academic D $166,999 - $183,978 plus 17% superannuation Employment Type: Full-time continuing Hours: 36.75 (1.0 FTE) hours per week Location: The position is located at our Footscray Park Campus. For a detailed overview of the role’s duties and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description – Associate Professor (Social Work) [https://webresources.vu.edu.au/hr/employment/pdf/2026/342_17569.pdf] About You: The successful incumbent will be someone with energy who is innovative, progressive and collaborative in the way they work. They will be an excellent communicator who collaborates well with others, is able to lead research activities with a range of stakeholders and make a significant contribution to the social work profession. The successful person will be eligible for membership to the Australian Association of Social Workers, have completed a PhD with significant track record of research activity in an area relevant to health and social work. The University is a Child Safe organisation. You will be required to hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or be willing to obtain one prior to commencing employment. How to Apply Applications must be submitted as a single document comprising: * A cover letter * Your curriculum vitae/resume * Your responses addressing all selection criteria located in the position description * Evidence of applicable qualifications, licences and registration For further information relating to the position or recruitment process, please contact Priscilla Dunk-West, Professor of Social Work by email at Priscilla.Dunk-West@vu.edu.au. Applications will close Sunday the 5th of April 2026 (11:59pm AEDT). This advert may close earlier should a suitable candidate be identified. Early applications are strongly encouraged. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires for applicants to have full and permanent working rights in Australia. Why Join VU 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 Careers at VU Webpage [https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/strategy-leadership-governance/jobs-at-vu] 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. [https://www.vu.edu.au/about-vu/our-uni/equality-inclusion-belonging/gender-equity/wgea-statement] 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 [inclusivecareers@vu.edu.au] or call (03) 9919 5999.

Responsibilities

The role involves innovating and providing leadership in research and the scholarship of teaching and learning, split between a 60% role in the Allied Health Program and a 40% joint appointment with Western Health leading collaborative research projects. Key duties include contributing to teaching excellence, initiating high-quality research projects with partners, and leading the social work academic team through mentoring and capacity building.