Careers at UniSC

• Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) | UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level 7, $105,843 - $115,703 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hrs per week), fixed term appointment for two years

The Opportunity

As part of the Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT), you will join a team that works collaboratively across the University to improve student success, build capability, and support institutional effectiveness through evidence-based learning and teaching practice. CLT provides scholarly advice and support for curriculum design and renewal, blended and online learning, and the implementation of learning innovations that enhance the student experience.

As an Educational Designer within CLT, you will work in partnership with academic and professional staff to design, develop and deliver high-quality blended and online learning environments that support curriculum innovation and student success. Reporting to the Education Transformation Fellow, you will provide expert advice, professional learning and resources to enable the effective integration of educational technologies across programs and courses. You will play a key role in building institutional capability in blended learning, supporting strategic change initiatives, and promoting evidence-based, innovative and technology-enhanced learning practices across the University.

For more information on CLT, please visit us online: Centre for Support and Advancement of Learning and Teaching

You will

• design, develop and deliver blended and online learning environments and professional learning activities that enhance curriculum quality and student outcomes;
• partner with academic staff to support curriculum design and renewal, providing expert advice on contemporary pedagogy, educational technologies and universal design for learning; and
• lead and contribute to technology-enhanced learning projects and initiatives that build institutional capability and promote innovative learning and teaching practices.

About you

You are an experienced education professional with strong expertise in learning design and educational technologies, and a passion for improving learning and teaching practice in higher education. You thrive in collaborative environments, communicate confidently with diverse stakeholders, and are skilled at translating pedagogical principles into practical, high-quality learning solutions. Highly analytical and solutions-focused, you bring a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.

You will possess:

• Completion of a degree with at least 4 years subsequent relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant work experience and education/training;
• Demonstrated experience in survey design, administration, and data analysis, including use of business intelligence tools and evaluation-related software platforms;
• Experience in supervising staff and leading team-based projects or initiatives;
• Strong interpersonal, communication and stakeholder engagement skills;
• Experience in interpreting and implementing policy and procedure requirements;
• Proven ability to develop and improve business processes and documentation;
• Experience in coordinating external benchmarking or academic calibration activities;
• Demonstrated experience in delivering innovation and continuous improvement initiatives; and
• High-level organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines independently.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

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.

Position Description: Educational Designer

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

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

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 29 March 2026. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

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:

Anita Jones
General Manager - CSALT
Telephone: 07 5456 3719
Email: ajones4@usc.edu.au

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 and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

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 latest Good Universities Guide, UniSC has five‑star ratings in key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, and student support, ranking us among the top public universities nationally for student satisfaction.

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 fields ranked well above world standard in the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rankings. Globally, UniSC is now placed in the top 501–600 institutions in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and ranks first in Queensland in sustainability impact, reflecting the quality, relevance, and societal impact of our work.

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.