Lecturer in Buddhist Studies and Philosophy

Role type: Part-time (0.8 FTE); Fixed-term (3 years); Level B Education-focused
Faculty: Arts
School: Historical and Philosophical Studies
Salary: Level B: AUD $124,656 – $148,023 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super

• Shape an innovative Buddhist Studies minor / champion inclusive, student-centred teaching / contribute to a leading humanities faculty

• Apply now to advance Buddhist Studies and Philosophy education while building your research and engagement profile.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities. 

The University of Melbourne 
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Your next career opportunity 
You will lead engaging, inclusive teaching in Buddhist Studies and Philosophy across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will also build your research profile and partnerships, contributing to SHAPS’ vibrant intellectual and community life.

What you will deliver: 

• Design, coordinate and deliver high-quality subjects for the Buddhist Studies minor and related Philosophy offerings.
• Innovate curricula, including technology-enhanced learning and cross-disciplinary, student mobility or overseas teaching experiences.
• Produce high-quality research outputs and actively contribute to seminars, conferences and broader disciplinary networks.
• Foster inclusive, respectful classrooms that support diverse learners and embed Buddhist philosophical perspectives.
• Contribute to School and Faculty service through committees, compliance, and ongoing professional development.

You may be a great fit if you: 

• Hold a completed PhD in Philosophy, History, Religious Studies or a cognate discipline focused on Buddhist Studies.
• Demonstrate a developing track record of high-quality research publications or equivalent scholarly outputs.
• Deliver excellent, inclusive teaching and lead subject or course development within Buddhist Studies and Philosophy.
• Coordinate subjects or programmes, including supervising tutors and supporting honours or postgraduate coursework students.
• Use educational technologies confidently to design engaging learning, assessment and online or blended experiences.
• Build respectful collegial relationships and external networks, including community or industry engagement where possible.

For further information please refer to the attached PD. 

What we offer you! 
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including: 

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being 
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company 

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program 

For more information check out our benefits page! 

Your new team
SHAPS brings together History, Philosophy, Classics, Archaeology and related disciplines in a vibrant humanities community. You will join colleagues committed to rigorous scholarship, inclusive teaching and rich engagement with local and global partners.
As part of the Faculty of Arts, you will help educate critical, ethically minded graduates.

Be Yourself 
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description. Learn more about responding to Selection Criteria

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Hannah Gould at hannah.gould@unimelb.edu.au
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Petra at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: Sunday 25 October 2026 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone. 

Position Description: JR-018900 - Lecturer in Buddhist Studies and Philosophy_PD.docx