Careers at UniSC

• School of Education and Tertiary Access, UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay Campus, Petrie location
• Academic Level D, $163,616 - $180,189 plus 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

Shape the Future of Education

UniSC is seeking exceptional educators and researchers to fill two Associate Professor in Teacher Education and Discipline Lead positions within the School of Education and Tertiary Access. These roles focus on advancing UniSC’s mission to enrich communities, connect with people, and create opportunities through education.

As a leader in teacher education, you will contribute to the discipline through innovative research, teaching, and community engagement. You will specialise in either Early Childhood and Primary Education or Secondary and Outdoor Education, driving progress and cultivating a positive academic environment.

You will:

• Develop a clear research agenda, secure competitive grants, publish in esteemed journals, and mentor early career researchers and academics.
• Lead curriculum design and delivery using modern teaching practices that foster student success and engagement.
• Forge strategic partnerships locally, nationally, and internationally, addressing real-world educational challenges.
• Support academic staff, promote research integration, and enhance student and staff experiences aligned with UniSC’s vision and values.

About you

Our candidate will possess strong subject matter expertise, pedagogical expertise, excellent communication skills, a passion for teaching and learning, a student-centered approach, and a commitment to innovative and engaging teaching methods.

This includes a deep understanding of pedagogical principles and instructional strategies, including implementing effective teaching methods to enhance student learning outcomes. You will create a conducive learning environment, maintaining discipline and fostering a positive atmosphere for learning. Assessment and feedback; designing fair and relevant assessments to evaluate student progress and areas for improvement. Adaptability and flexibility; adapt to diverse learning needs and situations, adjusting the teaching approach based on student feedback and emerging educational trends. Continuous professional development, a commitment to own professional growth and development, actively seeking opportunities to expand knowledge, attend workshops, conferences, and engage in research to stay current.

You will possess:

• A doctoral qualification in a relevant field and demonstrated academic leadership in teacher education.
• A track record of excellence in research, including securing grants, publishing impactful findings, and supervising Higher Degree by Research candidates.
• Leadership in teaching, including innovative curriculum design and recognition for teaching excellence.
• The ability to create and maintain productive partnerships and collaborations.
• A commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive academic culture that inspires students and colleagues.
• Eligibility for teacher registration in Queensland.

For further information about the role please visit our candidate information page.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

 Associate Professor in Teacher Education and Discipline Lead_Position description.pdf

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at Careers at UniSC

Applications for this position close midnight, Wednesday 22 January 2025.

Your completed application must include: 

• Resume
• A cover letter not to exceed one page. This statement should outline your skills, knowledge and qualities that will make you a success at UniSC.
• A response to key selection criteria

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

• Prior to 24 December 2024
  Associate Professor Debbie Heck, Dean, School of Education and Tertiary Access Email: DeanSETA@usc.edu.au
  Telephone: +61 7 5456 5112
• From 6 January 2024
  Associate Professor Michael Nagal, Acting Dean, School of Education and Tertiary Access 
  Email: DeanSETA@usc.edu.au
  Telephone: +61 7 5459 4402

Please note, University of the Sunshine Coast observes a university-wide closure between Wednesday 25 December 2024 and Thursday 2 January 2025. Emails received during this time will be triaged and responded upon return in 2025.

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2023-24 Good Universities Guide we are Australia's highest rated public university for postgraduate teaching quality, skills development and student support and Australia's number one public university for overall postgraduate student experience. Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 26 research fields ranked at or above world standard according to the Excellence in Research for Australia Rankings. In 2023 we recorded the biggest improvement in Australia for research quality, moving up more than 331 places in the world rank.

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.