"Lead Transformation in Human Learning and Innovation"

Curtin University is a global leader in education, research, and engagement. This is a full-time, permanent teaching and research position based at the Bentley campus in Perth, Western Australia.

About the Role: This continuing appointment within the Faculty of Humanities involves leading a program of action research for the first three years, focused on Agentic AI and Learning Modalities, Challenge-Based Learning, and Peer-to-Peer Learning and Feedback. This research will inform Curtin’s flagship initiatives and evolve into sustained research leadership, curriculum innovation, and high-quality teaching thereafter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Curate the Human Learning Evidence Base.
• Lead and undertake action research across the three core fields.
• Drive research-enabled systems development.
• Lead research teams and secure funding.
• Collaborate strategically with leadership, educators, and stakeholders to design evidence-informed learning experiences.
• Disseminate research and build institutional reputation.

The role requires applying research to shape scalable, inclusive, and high-impact learning experiences grounded in psychology, neuroscience, and education.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Selection Criteria:

• A doctoral qualification in Education, Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Cognitive Science, or related field.
• Internationally recognized research excellence in at least one core focus area.
• A sustained track record of competitive research funding and project delivery.
• Expertise in action-based research, design-based research, or implementation science applied to learning and teaching.
• Expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead interdisciplinary teams and mentor emerging scholars.
• Deep understanding of research translation into scalable educational practices.
• Outstanding communication skills and commitment to inclusive, ethical innovation.

Desirable: Familiarity with AI or learning analytics systems, experience with digital teams, curriculum co-design, and knowledge of TEQSA and AQF frameworks.

Role Requirements: Permanent work rights in Australia are required, along with background checks.

About the Faculty of Humanities: Comprises schools in Education, Media, Creative Arts and Social Inquiry, and Design and the Built Environment. Aligned with Futures Platforms including Learning Futures and Global Futures.

For more information, visit: https://research.curtin.edu.au/humanities/

Curtin offers benefits such as flexible working, leave entitlements, and more. Applications close on October 19, 2025.