Careers at UniSC

• Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) | UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level 8, $118,986 - $134,756 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hrs per week), fixed term appointment until March 2027

The Opportunity

The Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) collaborates across UniSC to enhance learning and teaching capability, improve student success, and strengthen institutional effectiveness and sustainability. CLT promotes a culture of scholarly, learner-centred practice through initiatives that support academic integrity, professional development, curriculum design, curriculum accreditation and management, learning and teaching evaluation, and transformative educational experiences through innovation, technologies, and learning spaces.

As the Educational Designer – UDL Lead, you will operate at a strategic level to embed UDL principles and accessibility practices across UniSC’s curriculum and assessment design. You will collaborate with academic leaders, program coordinators, and professional staff to reduce barriers for diverse learners, drive institutional strategies for inclusive learning, and lead projects integrating emerging technologies aligned with UniSC’s PACE Learning and Teaching Model. This role also provides leadership and mentoring for one direct report, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.

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

You will:

• lead the development and implementation of strategies that embed UDL and accessibility principles across curriculum, assessment, and professional learning programs;
• provide expert advice to academic and professional staff, senior leadership, and governance committees on inclusive learning design and sector best practice; and
• design and deliver professional learning initiatives, establish communities of practice, and oversee projects to evaluate and enhance inclusive learning outcomes across the University.

About you

You are a strategic, solutions-focused leader with extensive experience in inclusive learning design, accessibility, and Universal Design for Learning in higher education. You bring strong project leadership, communication, and advisory skills, with a proven ability to influence institutional practices and lead teams to achieve excellence in teaching and learning. You are highly collaborative, analytical, and committed to fostering equitable, innovative, and student-centred learning environments.

You will possess:

• postgraduate qualifications in a relevant field and/or extensive experience in inclusive learning design, accessibility, and UDL.
• demonstrated expertise in applying UDL principles and accessibility standards in higher education curriculum and assessment design.
• proven ability to lead strategic projects, influence institutional practice, and build staff capability in inclusive and technology-enhanced learning.
• strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and foster positive team cultures.
• high-level analytical and problem-solving skills, with proficiency in assistive technologies, web accessibility standards, and media development tools; and
• experience supervising staff and leading initiatives that promote inclusive, ethical, and respectful workplace practices.

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 - Universal Design for Leaning Lead

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 5 April 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:

Keith Murfin
Educational Technology Systems Manager - CSALT
Email: kmurfin@usc.edu.au
Phone: 07 5456 5581

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.