Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor of Law
- School of Law and Society, Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic)
- Based at either our UniSC Sunshine Coast (Sippy Downs) or UniSC Moreton Bay (Petrie) Campus
- Academic Level C $144,979 - $167,068 or Academic Level D, $174,423- $192,092 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
- Full-time, ongoing opportunity
The Opportunity
At the University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC), our vision is simple yet ambitious: to create a better tomorrow. Through education, research and community partnership, we transform lives and contribute to the communities we serve. We are now seeking an accomplished Associate Professor of Law to join the School of Law and Society and play a pivotal role in advancing our teaching, research and engagement in legal scholarship.
This is an opportunity for a recognised legal academic to contribute meaningfully to the growth of a dynamic law discipline while influencing the next generation of legal professionals.
About the Role
As Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor of Law, you will provide academic leadership within the discipline and contribute to the continued growth and reputation of UniSC’s Law programs. You will combine scholarly excellence with leadership in learning and teaching, while building strong research capability and meaningful engagement with the legal profession and broader community.
In this role you will:
- Lead and deliver high-quality teaching across key areas of Law, shaping innovative curriculum and inspiring outstanding student outcomes.
- Drive impactful research, leading research programs, securing external funding, mentoring emerging researchers and contributing to national and international legal scholarship.
- Build strong partnerships with the legal profession, government and community organisations to enhance research, student learning and societal impact.
- Provide academic leadership within the School, contributing to governance, strategy and a positive, collaborative academic culture.
This position offers the opportunity to influence the future direction of legal education at UniSC while working within a supportive, collegial academic community.
For more information on the School of Law and Society, please visit us online: https://www.unisc.edu.au/about/structure/schools/school-of-law-and-society
Relocation support
We welcome applications from candidates based outside the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay regions. UniSC offers relocation assistance to help successful applicants transition to the area. With stunning natural environments, vibrant local communities and easy access to Brisbane, both the Sunshine Coast and Moreton Bay offer an exceptional lifestyle alongside a rewarding academic career.
About you
You are an established academic with a strong and growing national or international reputation in your field. You bring a track record of influential research, including high-quality publications, success in securing competitive funding, and the ability to lead or contribute to collaborative research initiatives that generate meaningful impact.
You are also an outstanding educator who is committed to innovative, student-centered teaching and curriculum development. You are motivated to shape contemporary legal education and to equip graduates with the critical thinking, ethical grounding and practical capability required for modern legal practice.
Collegial and forward-thinking, you contribute positively to academic leadership through mentoring, collaboration and service to the discipline and profession. You are adept at building productive partnerships with the legal profession, government and community stakeholders, strengthening the reach and relevance of legal scholarship.
Above all, you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth, reputation and impact of the Law discipline at UniSC and to help position it as a leading destination for legal education and research.
You bring:
- A strong and sustained research profile, including competitive grant success, high-quality publications and leadership of research initiatives.
- Demonstrated excellence and leadership in learning and teaching, including curriculum innovation and the ability to inspire students and colleagues.
- The ability to build productive partnerships with the legal profession and broader community to enhance teaching, research and engagement outcomes.
- A collaborative leadership style and a commitment to fostering a positive and high-performing academic culture.
Most importantly, you are motivated to contribute to the continued growth of UniSC’s Law discipline and to support students in developing the knowledge and skills required for meaningful legal careers.
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.
How to apply
All applications must be lodged through the Careers at UniSC website.
Applications for this position close midnight, Monday 12 April 2026
Level C PD: 
Senior Lecturer in Law_PD.pdf
Level D PD: Associate Professor in Law_PD.pdf
Your completed application must include a resume, cover letter, 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.
Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:
Associate Professor Alex Pelizzon
Discipline Lead, Law, School of Law and Society
Telephone: 07 5459 4721
Email: apelizzon@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
UniSC is committed to attracting top talent from around the world and is pleased to offer sponsorship opportunities for international candidates.
UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au
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