Centre for Deliberative Democracy
Lecturer in Public Health
Centre for Deliberative Democracy, Bruce, South Dakota, United States, 57220
About Us
The University of Canberra fosters an inclusive community that empowers, connects, and exchanges knowledge with diverse people, cultures, and environments. We uphold inclusivity, honour Indigenous cultures, drive positive change, nurture curiosity, and promote collaboration. We lead the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via the Connected Strategy 2023-2032. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. About The Opportunity
We are seeking an education-focused academic to join our Public Health teaching team on a 0.8 FTE, fixed-term (3‑year) appointment. The role contributes to high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and student support within the Master of Public Health programs, focusing on foundational and advanced epidemiology. Key Responsibilities
Design, convene, and deliver high‑quality public health and epidemiology units Teach and support students in quantitative epidemiological methods Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of MPH programs Engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning and student wellbeing activities Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary academic teams About You
You will hold a PhD in Epidemiology or Public Health and bring strong expertise in epidemiological methods, study design, and quantitative analysis. You will have demonstrated quality teaching experience at the tertiary level, including online and blended delivery, and experience contributing to public health curriculum development. Desirable
Competency in statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SAS, SPSS) Experience supervising research students Familiarity with contemporary public health challenges and applied epidemiology Offerings / Benefits / Culture
Flexible working arrangements Family‑friendly policies On‑campus gym, medical services, cafes, post office, supermarket, and early childhood education and care facilities Professional development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs, and discounts) Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private health plan (Bupa) What we need from you
To be considered, submit a CV and a cover letter explaining the skills you would bring to the role. No additional documents are necessary. Submit
Apply through the “Apply Now” tab. Align your application with the Position Description, ensuring your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role. Working rights
Applicants must have valid working rights at the time of submission. WWVP
Applicants must have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For details on how to apply, visit https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au. Contact
For job‑specific information, contact Sunil George, Discipline Lead in Public Health, sunil.george@canberra.edu.au. For recruitment and application questions, contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us. Closing date
11.55 pm, Sunday 1 February 2026
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The University of Canberra fosters an inclusive community that empowers, connects, and exchanges knowledge with diverse people, cultures, and environments. We uphold inclusivity, honour Indigenous cultures, drive positive change, nurture curiosity, and promote collaboration. We lead the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via the Connected Strategy 2023-2032. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged. About The Opportunity
We are seeking an education-focused academic to join our Public Health teaching team on a 0.8 FTE, fixed-term (3‑year) appointment. The role contributes to high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and student support within the Master of Public Health programs, focusing on foundational and advanced epidemiology. Key Responsibilities
Design, convene, and deliver high‑quality public health and epidemiology units Teach and support students in quantitative epidemiological methods Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement of MPH programs Engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning and student wellbeing activities Work collaboratively within multidisciplinary academic teams About You
You will hold a PhD in Epidemiology or Public Health and bring strong expertise in epidemiological methods, study design, and quantitative analysis. You will have demonstrated quality teaching experience at the tertiary level, including online and blended delivery, and experience contributing to public health curriculum development. Desirable
Competency in statistical software (e.g., R, Stata, SAS, SPSS) Experience supervising research students Familiarity with contemporary public health challenges and applied epidemiology Offerings / Benefits / Culture
Flexible working arrangements Family‑friendly policies On‑campus gym, medical services, cafes, post office, supermarket, and early childhood education and care facilities Professional development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs, and discounts) Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private health plan (Bupa) What we need from you
To be considered, submit a CV and a cover letter explaining the skills you would bring to the role. No additional documents are necessary. Submit
Apply through the “Apply Now” tab. Align your application with the Position Description, ensuring your skills and experience are clearly articulated in connection with the specific requirements of the role. Working rights
Applicants must have valid working rights at the time of submission. WWVP
Applicants must have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For details on how to apply, visit https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au. Contact
For job‑specific information, contact Sunil George, Discipline Lead in Public Health, sunil.george@canberra.edu.au. For recruitment and application questions, contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us. Closing date
11.55 pm, Sunday 1 February 2026
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