Casual Sessional Academic - School of Computing, S2 2025

Classification: Casual Sessional Academic
Salary package: Per ANU Casual Sessional Academic salary (Salary Details)
Term: Casual

About the School

The School of Computing (SOCO) has a strong foundation in computing and information sciences at ANU. We are a transformative centre for research in artificial intelligence and machine learning, computer systems and software, and theoretical foundations of computing. We span traditional and modern thinking, connecting decades of computer science methodologies with modern data and computational science. Our mission is motivated by the need to design, drive and sustain strategic activities via five broad focus areas: Computing Foundations, Computational Science, Intelligent Systems, Data Science and Analytics, and the Software Innovation Institute. Be part of an innovative and forward-looking intellectual agenda, built on a diverse, inclusive culture.

About the opportunity

As a casual sessional academic (tutor) you will be involved in the delivery of SOCO courses with support, guidance and direction from the Course Convenor and School staff. 

You will work both independently and as part of a team to inspire active and evidence-based learning in our courses as well as motivate students to achieve their best and help them meet the stated learning outcomes. 

You will have qualifications and/or experience which are appropriate for the relevant discipline area. If you have the ability to engage, educate and enjoy working as part of a team, we would like to hear from you.  

Tutoring qualifications are highly regarded. If you have not already completed specific tutor training run by the College or other units in ANU, you may have the opportunity to participate in this professional development. You will be notified by the school if this will be possible.

ANU casual sessional academic positions are non-ladder positions, meaning occupants are ineligible to participate in the academic promotions process. 

Review of applications will begin after the closing date and will continue until all positions have been filled. Applications may be used to fill casual sessional academic roles over the course of the Semester. Preparation for teaching in Semester 2 commences in O-week, from 14th July 2025. Some courses may start a little earlier and completion of training may be needed in the week of 7th July 2025.

It is the intention of the School of Computing to collect feedback on individual CSA performance from all course convenors in 2025.This feedback will be made available to other course convenors in subsequent semesters, should individuals apply for other CSA roles. Additional information on this will be provided to successful appointees.

For further information please contact the School of Computing Admin team, E: admin.comp@anu.edu.au  

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on indigenous.employment@anu.edu.au   

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

Application information

Applicants must apply online via the ANU recruitment portal and should upload the following separate documents: 

• A detailed curriculum vitae (CV) and the names and contact details of at least two referees (preferably including a current or previous supervisor). If your CV does not include referees, you can complete these online when prompted in the application form. 
• Up to 2-page statement including the following:
• A brief summary of your teaching experience, either at the ANU or another institution and include any relevant industry experience. If you have previously tutored for SOCO, please list courses tutored. Please note that Convenors may be contacted.
• A short statement describing your vision for the role of tutor.
• Provide your Semester 2 teaching availability for the period 7th July – 20th Dec 2025.
• Interview availability between late May/Early June 2025. If you are successful for interview you will be contacted regarding an interview time during any of the above dates. If you have previously interviewed for this position or have tutored before you may not be asked to attend another interview.
• Please provide your course preferences by clicking on the following link to the Microsoft online form.  https://forms.office.com/r/i9B0w0uihS?origin=lprLink
• There are 10 questions to answer, with 1-6 being compulsory. You have the option of providing up to 5 preferences. If you only wish to provide 1 preference, then you only need to fill the first preference section. You must provide at least one preference to be considered for the role.

Applications which do not provide a statement of suitability or are received late may be excluded from consideration. Please note that course availability is subject to change depending on enrolment numbers.

Please note: The successful candidate must have rights to live and work in this country and will be required to undergo a background check during the recruitment process.  An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.