"Educational Designer"

Job Description:

• Turn great teaching ideas into exceptional student experiences
• UC Level 7, Salary Range $103,259 pa - $111,865 pa plus 17% Super
• Full Time Fixed Term till December 2028

About us:

Join University of Canberra where we walk together to foster an inclusive community. Together, we endeavour to empower, connect, and exchange knowledge with our diverse people, cultures, and environments.

We stand firm and dedicated to upholding fundamental values such as inclusivity, honouring Indigenous cultures (Narragunnawali), driving positive change, nurturing curiosity, and promoting collaborative efforts. We are committed to leading the national education sector in championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

About the opportunity:

The University of Canberra is seeking an innovative Educational Designer to partner with academic subject matter experts in designing high-quality, engaging learning experiences that enhance student outcomes.

Grounded in contemporary learning design principles, you will support curriculum and course design across online, blended and on-campus delivery, integrating Indigenous perspectives and work-integrated learning preparation. Please note this is a full time fixed term opportunity (till December 2028).

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively and flexibly across a wide range of disciplines and projects with team members and stakeholders across the University.
• Partner with teaching teams to design, develop, implement and review courses, units and programs that deliver high-quality, student-centred learning experiences across multiple delivery modes.
• Provide expert advice on evidence-based learning design, innovative pedagogies, assessment design and the effective use of educational technologies, including emerging trends such as artificial intelligence.
• Support evaluation and review processes to drive continuous improvement in curriculum and teaching practice.
• Build staff capability in the use of educational technologies, including Learning Management Systems, collaboration tools, virtual learning environments, interactive technologies and ePortfolios.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

What we need from you:

To be considered for this position, submit your CV and a 1-page cover letter through the “Apply Now” tab. In your cover letter, please address:

• Your understanding pedagogy in higher education
• Your ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Your written and verbal communication skills

Position Description - Educational Designer.pdf

Working rights: Applicants who wish to apply for this position must have valid working rights at the time of submission.

For job specific information: please contact Steve Bath, Deputy Director Learning & Teaching, steve.bath@canberra.edu.au.

For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 15 March 2026

Posted: 02/03/2026