Reference number: 26466
Term: Fixed-term, part-time basis (18.125 hours) per week for 12 months
Remuneration: $122,852 to $134,385 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $103,811 to $113,557 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Kelvin Grove (hybrid option available)
Open to: Applicants who have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of the fixed-term appointment. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Who are we looking for?
We are seeking an Instructional Designer to join Learning and Teaching Unit, Education Portfolio, Academic Division.
The Instructional Designer is responsible for supporting the Faculty of Health to implement the University’s strategic plans including the delivery of high quality curriculum in medicine aligned with QUT’s Real World Learning Vision and Quality Standards for Learning and Teaching. You will be an essential member of the Curriculum Design Studio team that supports faculties to design, develop and deliver high-quality learning and assessment resources for face-to-face, blended and online delivery using innovative pedagogical theory. The position requires a strong client focus with effective engagement and communication with internal stakeholders across QUT.
We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.
About us
QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.
About the Education Portfolio At QUT we are transforming learning and teaching practices in line with our Real World Learning Vision, so that our graduates are highly skilled, enterprising, and well suited to 21st century employment and careers. We are committed to increasing the flexibility of our course offerings to enable our students and graduates to thrive in changing and complex working environments throughout their lives. Our focus is on student success, partnering with students to enhance the end-to-end learner journey, and designing and delivering high quality, flexible educational experiences that enable this.
The Education Portfolio encompasses: • Curriculum Quality and Academic Integrity • Learning and Teaching Unit • Library • QUT College • QUT Entrepreneurship • Student Ombudsman • Carumba Institute
QUT’s distinctive positioning as “the university for the real world” means a commitment to and investment in real-world work integrated learning, authentic assessment, a curriculum design studio approach for innovative curriculum and an increased focus on the optimisation of digital technologies to enhance on campus and online learning. About the Learning and Teaching Unit The Learning and Teaching Unit (LTU) is committed to a culture of collaboration, working in partnership with students, industry representatives, and staff across QUT to meet the evolving needs of our learners. Guided by QUT’s Real World Learning Vision and Quality Standards for Learning and Teaching, LTU leads and coordinates learning and teaching across QUT, leveraging existing initiatives and enabling new ways of thinking and working that are learner-centric and future-focused..
What you need to succeed
- Education, training and/or experience equivalent to a degree with subsequent relevant experience in instructional design, preferably in a medical education field; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
- Proven ability and experience in incorporating adult learning theory and instructional design methodology into the development of quality learning experiences across a range of delivery modes.
- Proven experience in the design and development of quality educational resources and interactive digital media to align with achievement of learning outcomes at course and unit level.
- Demonstrated ability and experience in the identification and application of technologies including supporting and building the capabilities of academic staff in the use of technologies.
- Proven high level organisational skills, the capacity to work independently as well as part of a team, and to prioritise and complete tasks in a changing environment with competing demands.
- Demonstrated high standard of interpersonal communication skills and the ability to liaise and negotiate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity and Indigenous Australian engagement.
Life at QUT
We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:
- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous parental leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.
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Belong at QUT
We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.
As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.
We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.
At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment
How to Apply
Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.
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Job opens: 07-Sep-2026
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