Learning Designer

About the job
As one of our Learning Designers, you will be part of a team contributing to capability building of our teaching professionals in the creation of high quality learning experiences for our students. In this role, you will collaborate with our academics, supporting and training them in the use of tools and resources to create engaging course materials. Your daily responsibilities will include supporting academic staff to deliver their courses effectively by advising on effective and authentic approaches to assessment, design of units and courses, and effective use of educational technologies; running workshops; and participating in quality assurance processes.

About Swinburne
Swinburne’s Learning Transformation Unit (LTU) provides professional development and support for teaching staff across all modes of delivery. It focuses on the transformations needed in Swinburne’s learning technologies and teaching practices to meet student needs and contributes to the achievement of the University’s 2025 vision to become a leading university of science, technology and innovation.

About you
• Relevant degree and/or extensive relevant experience in the areas of learning design and resource development
• Demonstrated commitment to and experience in innovative approaches to developing units and courses for blended learning
• Demonstrated experience in working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
• Ability to train and support tertiary teaching staff in learning design and the use of technologies for blended learning, assessment design and e-portfolio implementation

A full list of selection criteria is available within the position description.

Benefits
• Participate in regular staff and management development programs
• Hawthorn Aquatic and Leisure Centre (HALC) discounted memberships
• Private health insurance discounts
• Weekly yoga and pilates classes
Discover more discounts when you start at Swinburne. Receive movie tickets and staff membership options at the Swinburne bookshop. Theres news subscriptions and computer and software discounts on offer.

Further information and how to apply
The diverse culture within Swinburne is a source of strength. We are proud to be recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 2018 and of key initiatives such as our Pride@Swinburne Strategic Action Plan and our Reconciliation Action Plan which are integral components of our 2025 vision to be world class university creating social and economic impact through science, technology and innovation. Swinburne has also received the Victorian “High Commendation” Multicultural Excellence Award (Business Category).
To view the position description or to start an application click on apply at the bottom of this page and submit a resume and cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for the role.

Please do not email or send paper applications, all applications must be submitted online.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Recruitment team on staffrecruitment@swin.edu.au

Should you require further support for an interview due to special needs or consideration, please contact Jessie Macintyre, Director (Employee Experience) at inclusion@swin.edu.au. For support or queries related to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment, please contact DeadlyCareers@swin.edu.au

Applications close at 5pm on Friday 5th June 2020