"Lecturer, Education"

• Shape the leaders who will shape tomorrow’s classrooms
• Full-time, ongoing position at our Hawthorn campus
• Academic Level B salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role

Are you ready to influence how future teachers lead, inspire and create change? This is an exciting opportunity to join a values-driven Department of Education that is deeply committed to social impact, innovation and excellence in teaching and research.

Located within the School of Social Sciences, Media, Film and Education, the Department of Education is a vibrant academic community united by a shared purpose: to make a positive difference in the lives of individuals and the communities we serve. This ethos shapes everything we do — from how we teach and research, to how we engage with students, schools and professional partners.

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking academic with a passion for educational leadership to play a key role in our Initial Teacher Education programs. This role offers the chance to genuinely shape curriculum, influence pedagogical practice, and inspire the next generation of educational leaders.

You will deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across blended and hybrid modes, while contributing to course renewal, alignment and innovation across the department. Beyond the classroom, you will play an active role in accreditation and quality assurance processes and contribute to a strong culture of continuous improvement.

Importantly, this role provides the opportunity to grow and lead a defined research agenda within Education, contribute to the department’s research profile, and supervise postgraduate research students within a supportive and collaborative environment.

About You

You are an educator who thrives on innovation and impact, and who enjoys working collaboratively to lift teaching quality and student outcomes. You will bring:

• Proven experience in tertiary teaching and unit coordination, particularly in educational leadership
• A strong track record (or emerging profile) in innovative curriculum and teaching design across on-campus, blended and online environments
• A developing research profile with evidence of quality outputs
• A genuine commitment to mentoring and capacity-building for students
• Strong organisational skills, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively across academic teams
• Teacher registration, or eligibility to become registered

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Education and/or Postgraduate Teaching qualification
• A doctoral qualification in Education (or near completion)

About Swinburne University of Technology

Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.    

What We Offer You!

• Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle. 
• Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
• Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply

Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position. To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. 

Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check. 

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au 

Applications Close: Monday 9 March 2026, at 11.00pm 

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.   

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities. Adjustments can be requested at any time during the recruitment process. For Reasonable Adjustment requests, including accessible formats for the PD, application form or any other document, please contact DCR@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.

Please note the above number and DCR email address are for disability or reasonable adjustments queries only. General enquiries about the role can be sent to the Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@swin.edu.au (general enquiries will not be answered by phone).   

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.  

As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.  

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant. 

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