Overview:

• Full Time, Continuing Academic Position with a 3-Year Fixed-Term Contract as Deputy Dean, Learning and Teaching
• Academic Level D or E + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements
• Based at the Melbourne City campus

About the Position
The School of Law within the
College of Business and Law
is looking to recruit a 1.0 FTE Continuing Academic Level D/E and Deputy Dean Teaching and Learning for a fixed three-year term 0.3-0.4 FTE of the underlying continuing position.
The Deputy Dean, Learning and Teaching (DD L&T) reports to the Dean and is primarily responsible for assisting the Dean in the provision of strategic and scholarly leadership in program renewal within the School, and oversight of School planning, performance monitoring related to learning and teaching, and the enhancement of academic quality and standards. The position coordinates the Learning and Teaching activities within the School, working closely with the Associate Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Learning and Teaching). The DD L&T is a member of the School Executive and will work closely with the Dean on all School program management matters, including the management of the Program Annual Review (PARs) process. The position works closely with, and is assisted by, the Senior Manager Planning and Resources in School planning and performance monitoring.
The DD L&T works with Head of Department and with all School Program Managers and Course Coordinators and with the professional staff who are responsible for the administrative and student-related matters in the management of programs and courses.
About You

To be successful in this position, you’ll have:

• A PhD in Law, combined with knowledge and achievements that meet the professorial criteria.
• Strong leadership skills and experience in initiating, leading and managing academic teams and projects in a collegiate environment to deliver strategic objectives.
• A strong record of innovative and effective teaching in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated understanding of University systems regarding budget management, quality maintenance and good governance.
• Demonstrated capacity to think strategically and to act tactically based on organisational priorities and objectives.
• Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment.
• Ability to lead and contribute to cross-disciplinary and cross-sectoral teams.
• Demonstrated experience in providing L&T leadership and expertise that contributes to improved student outcomes.
• Demonstrated experience in educational technologies and application in legal education.
• Substantial record of academic, research and/or scholarship of teaching and learning, and professional achievement in a discipline area relevant to the School and the capacity to exercise academic leadership to enhance the standing of the School nationally and internationally.
• Demonstrated strong commitment to learning and teaching quality, research development, and industry and community engagement.

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check.
About the College of Business and Law
RMIT University has a reputation for excellence in education, providing high quality, industry responsive programs and conducting research relevant locally and globally.
The College of Business and Law is one of the largest business and law schools in the Asia Pacific region and delivers industry-engaged legal education and applied research that spark ambition and new perspectives. Attracting over 31,000 business and law students, programs are delivered in Melbourne, Vietnam, and via significant teaching partnerships in Singapore, China and Indonesia.
RMIT’s location in the heart of a major Australian city ensures that the education provided can be closely linked to professional and industry needs. RMIT College of Business and Law has a proud history of providing programs that meet the evolving needs of students and industry. Programs incorporate Work Integrated Learning (WIL) which means that our students are work-ready by the time they graduate. This embedded industry perspective places them ahead of their competitors in the job market, and provides an invaluable opportunity to start developing social and professional networks during their RMIT studies.
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To Apply

Click the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page and ensure that you upload the two documents listed below:

• CV;
• Covering Letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria

For further information about these positions, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact one of our talent acquisition advisors via email at
medina.hubanic@rmit.edu.au
or
larisa.ahadi@rmit.edu.au
.
Position Description - Deputy Dean, Learning and Teaching
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Applications Close:
3 Feb 2025 11.59 pm
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