Senior Lecturer - Public Relations

• Amplify your impact at a world top 50 University
• Join our inclusive, collaborative and growing social science community
• Be surrounded by extraordinary ideas - and the people who discover them

The Opportunity

The School of Media, Film and Journalism at Monash University is seeking a dynamic and innovative Senior Lecturer in Public Relations to become part of our internationally renowned team researching and investigating contemporary media debates and issues. The appointee would teach public relations subjects within the Public Relations stream of the Bachelor of Media Communication and the Master of Strategic Communications. This includes adopting a critical public relations approach aligned to the contemporary modes of strategic communications and digital media.

Situated within the Communications section, there is also an exciting opportunity for the appointee to work with the Constructive Institute Asia Pacific Hub, examining relationships between public relations media, contemporary news processes, and journalism; and the Monash Climate Change Communications Research Hub, which undertakes a range of national and international projects examining climate change communication.

This position presents opportunities to deliver new initiatives for students within our robust internships program and to adopt a truly international approach by collaborating with similar teaching programs at Monash Malaysia.

About You

Your expertise in communications will enhance our research and teaching programs, particularly in areas such as climate change communication, communication and social change, social media communications, promotional culture, environmental communication, and/or intercultural communication.

You will be a research leader with a strong track record in attaining research grants and contributing to global debates on contemporary media. You are also a dedicated educator with a passion for delivering engaging and innovative teaching, with a demonstrated capacity to contribute to curriculum reform.

About Monash University

At Monash, work feels different. There’s a sense of belonging, from contributing to something groundbreaking – a place where great things happen.

We value difference and diversity, and welcome and celebrate everyone's contributions, lived experience and expertise. That’s why we champion an inclusive and respectful workplace culture where everyone is supported to succeed.
This role is a full-time position; however, flexible working arrangements may be negotiated.

• Join the pursuit of our purpose to build a better future for ourselves and our communities - #ChangeIt with us.

Monash supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements. We have a range of policies in place enabling staff to combine work and personal commitments. This includes supporting parents.

To Apply

For instructions on how to apply, please refer to 'How to apply for Monash Jobs'. Your application must address the Key Selection Criteria.

Diversity is one of our greatest strengths at Monash. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse people, people with disabilities, neurodivergent people, and people of all genders, sexualities, and age groups.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible recruitment process at Monash. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please contact us at hr-recruitment@monash.edu in an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments Request' for a confidential discussion.

Your employment is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of all pre-employment and background checks required for the role, as determined by the University.

Enquiries:  Associate Professor Shane Homan, Head of School, Media Film and Journalism - email: Shane.Homan@monash.edu

Position Description: Senior Lecturer in Public Relations

Closing Date: Sunday 8 June, 11:55pm AEST

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