Careers at UniSC

• School of Business and Creative Industries | UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Academic Level C - $140,415 - $161,809 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 for a passionate and experienced academic leader to drive excellence in taxation education, research, and engagement at UniSC. You will play a key role in shaping the future of accounting and commerce education through curriculum innovation, applied learning, and strong industry collaboration. As Director of the UniSC Tax Clinic, you will oversee the delivery of high-quality Work Integrated Learning (WIL) experiences for commerce students, manage operations and compliance, and cultivate partnerships with the Australian Taxation Office, community clients, and professional bodies. Your leadership will ensure the Clinic continues to deliver meaningful impact for both students and the broader community.

You will also contribute to the continuous improvement and accreditation readiness of UniSC’s Commerce programs, embedding authentic, industry-relevant learning and future-focused teaching approaches that prepare students for success in a rapidly evolving professional landscape. Through your research and scholarly engagement, you will build UniSC’s national and international profile in taxation and accounting, publish in high-quality journals, attract external funding, and supervise Higher Degree by Research (HDR) candidates. In addition, you will mentor emerging academics and contribute to a positive, high-performing culture across the School.

You will:

• lead and inspire innovative, practice-based teaching in accounting and taxation, integrating contemporary tools, technologies, and real-world applications.
• oversee the UniSC Tax Clinic, ensuring strong governance, student engagement, and meaningful community and industry impact.
• develop and coordinate engaging, future-focused curricula that embed Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and prepare students for professional success.
• build and sustain research and industry partnerships that enhance UniSC’s profile in taxation and accounting through impactful scholarship and collaboration.

About you:

You are an accomplished academic or industry professional with deep expertise in taxation and accounting, and a passion for developing the next generation of commerce professionals. You combine scholarly excellence with practical insight, inspiring students through authentic, future-ready learning experiences. Collaborative and community-minded, you thrive on connecting education, research, and industry to achieve meaningful outcomes.

You will possess:

• A doctoral qualification (or equivalent accreditation and standing) in Accounting, Taxation, or a related discipline;
• Demonstrated expertise in Australian taxation, with a strong understanding of contemporary industry practices and regulatory frameworks;
• A proven track record of effective teaching, curriculum innovation, and leadership in higher education;
• Experience designing and delivering Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities and building partnerships that enhance student employability;
• A sustained record of high-quality research with outputs in reputable, peer-reviewed journals and/or applied industry projects;
• Experience supervising HDR students and contributing to a vibrant research culture; and
• Strong academic leadership skills, with a commitment to inclusivity, collaboration, and professional excellence.

Desirable:

• Professional accreditation as a Chartered Accountant (CA) or Registered Tax Agent;
• Experience using accounting software such as Xero or MYOB;
• Experience with AACSB International accreditation and Assurance of Learning processes;
• Familiarity with AI, data analytics, and emerging technologies in accounting and taxation education; and
• Fellowship of AdvanceHE or a postgraduate qualification in higher education.

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: Senior Lecturer in Accounting (Taxation)

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 23 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:

Professor Deanna Grant-Smith
Discipline Lead and Professor of Management, School of Business and Creative Industries
Telephone: 07 5456 3048
Email: dgrantsmith@usc.edu.au 

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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 2024/25 Good Universities Guide we have five-star ratings from key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, student support and learner engagement. Overall for teaching quality, we’re number one in Australia (postgraduate), and number one in Queensland (undergraduate).

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. In 2024,  we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024).

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.