"Lecturer, Access and Equity"

Are you ready to belong to a dynamic community where courage, creativity, and optimism are essential elements of our DNA? At ECU we’re inspired by the incredible achievements of Edith Cowan, the first woman elected to an Australian parliament and a lifelong champion of education. Empowered by her legacy, we’re united in our vision to lead the sector in educational experience and expand our impact through world-class research.

Embrace an opportunity to become part of something extraordinary.

We are seeking experienced and progressive enabling educators to join our Academic Pathway Programs as a Lecturer, Access and Equity.

These positions play a pivotal role in the design and delivery of high-quality, innovative and inclusive enabling courses that meet the needs of students, schools and communities, as well as contributing to expanding inclusive curriculum and teaching practice across the university.

About the Opportunity

In this role you have the opportunity to contribute to ECU’s well-established enabling programs, helping to shape enabling education that remains responsive, student-centred and impactful, particularly for key equity groups. Working collaboratively with colleagues in Academic Pathway Programs and across the university, you will lead the design and development of units, teach units, contribute to academic governance and oversee sessional academic staff. Emphasising evidence-based approaches, you will have the opportunity to engage in the scholarship of teaching and learning, contributing to research and evaluation in enabling education and inclusive practice.

About you

We are looking for early career and experienced educators in enabling education, with knowledge and practice in teaching and learning, curriculum design, leadership and academic governance commensurate with career level. You will be able to demonstrate skills and achievement in supporting enabling students’ transition to university, and contemporary understandings of and a demonstrated commitment to equitable and inclusive practice. You will also demonstrate personal attributes that are congruent with the University’s values of Integrity, Respect, Rational Inquiry, Personal Excellence and Courage.

Benefits of working at ECU

At ECU we’re committed to fostering a positive employment experience and believe this is fundamental to the success and satisfaction of our employees. Growth and development matter here, because we recognise people are at the centre of everything we do. Our thriving work culture is guided by the ECU values and complemented by a range of employee benefits; visit our website to read about flexible working arrangements, generous leave entitlements, our commitment to Wellbeing, exclusive corporate discounts and industry-leading superannuation.

The Level A ongoing position attracts remuneration $83,771 to $112,295 pro rata per annum and the Level B ongoing position attracts a remuneration $117,905 to $139,307 pro rata, plus 17% University superannuation contribution.

ECU supports a work/life balance for staff. Benefits such as flexible working arrangements may also be negotiated to meet your personal circumstances.

ECU has an Award-winning Health and Wellness Program and an extensive range of staff benefits across entertainment, financial, health, travel and consumer goods and services.

For information on the benefits of working at ECU, please visit our website Employment Opportunities Overview.

Application Process

Please upload your resume along with a statement (maximum 4 pages) addressing the selection criteria.