Careers at UniSC

• School of Business and Creative Industries | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs
• Level B, $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The School of Business and Creative Industries (SBCI)

School of Business and Creative Industries: Ready to make an impact in a dynamic world?

Are you driven to make a difference in a constantly evolving world? We invite passionate educators and industry experts to join our inspiring team within the School of Business and Creative Industries (SBCI). Our mission is “educating to make a difference”, empowering students with innovative and sustainable practices to tackle global challenges head-on. With strong industry partnerships and a focus on practical experience, you'll play a key role in preparing future leaders and practitioners for exciting careers.

For more information please visit us online: School of Business and Creative Industries

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to play a leading role in shaping UniSC’s expanding Game Design portfolio within the Creative Industries discipline. You will help define and deliver an ambitious vision for the future of interactive media, where creativity meets technology through cutting-edge tools such as Unreal Engine, Unity, real-time rendering, AI, and immersive environments. Working collaboratively with colleagues across design, computing, business, and the arts, you will inspire students to develop both artistic depth and technical precision; building strong industry connections that lead to impactful creative outcomes.

You will contribute to developing future-ready curricula that equip students with the creative, technical, and conceptual skills to succeed across the fast-evolving landscape of game development, immersive storytelling, and interactive design. This position blends creative leadership, teaching excellence, industry engagement, and applied research, offering opportunities to shape innovative programs, mentor emerging talent, and strengthen UniSC’s profile as a hub for interactive media and digital creativity.

You will:

• lead and inspire innovative, practice-based teaching in game design, 3D modelling, and interactive media, integrating cutting-edge technologies such as Unreal Engine, Unity, and AI to create immersive learning experiences;
• develop and coordinate industry-relevant, future-focused curricula that prepare students for diverse careers in game design, immersive storytelling, and interactive environments;
• contribute to research and creative practice through the production of scholarly and professional outputs, including games, exhibitions, and peer-reviewed publications.; and
• build and sustain meaningful partnerships with industry, creative communities, and global networks to enhance learning opportunities, research collaborations, and graduate employability.

About you:

You are a creative academic or professional game designer who brings both artistic vision and technical mastery to your work. Passionate about teaching and innovation, you are committed to helping students thrive in the fast-changing world of digital creativity. Your practice demonstrates a strong understanding of environment and character design, asset creation, interactivity, and real-time workflows, and you are as comfortable coding as you are crafting visually compelling worlds. Collaborative and future-focused, you connect game design with broader fields such as AI, sustainability, business, and human-centred innovation, inspiring students to become confident, adaptive creators who make a meaningful impact in the creative industries and beyond.

You will possess:

• A doctoral qualification (or equivalent professional standing) in game design, game art, creative technology, immersive media, or digital design;
• Demonstrated expertise with industry-standard tools and workflows, including Unreal Engine and/or Unity, 3D modelling, and real-time production pipelines;
• Proven professional experience or published credits within the games or interactive media industries, with evidence of industry-recognised outcomes;
• Advanced digital fluency, including creative coding, human–computer interaction, and the use of AI-assisted or GPU-accelerated platforms for high-fidelity, immersive design;
• A track record of innovative, learner-centred teaching that integrates technology, creativity, and inclusivity; and
• Developing research or creative practice with tangible outputs—such as exhibitions, games, peer-reviewed work, or collaborative industry projects.

Desirable:

• Fellowship of AdvanceHE or a postgraduate qualification in higher education;
• Proven ability to collaborate with artists, developers, and studios across professional contexts, contributing to innovative, industry-standard creative outcomes; and
• Research or creative expertise in advanced or interdisciplinary areas such as game studies, spatial computing, immersive environments (VR/AR/XR), or environmental storytelling.

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: Lecturer in Game Design_PD

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, Monday 24 November 2025.

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:

Dr Shahab Pourfakhimi
Associate Dean (Learning and Teaching), School of Business and Creative Industries
Telephone: 07 5456 5690
Email: spourfak@usc.edu.au

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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.

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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.