"Lecturer in Education (Mathematics)"

Position Details

• Continuing | Full time
• Academic Level B | AU$113,211 - $133,974 pa | 17% Superannuation
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country
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About the Position:

Flinders University is seeking a Lecturer in Education (Mathematics) to contribute to high-quality teaching and impactful research in Mathematics and STEM Education, with a focus on middle and senior years learning. The Lecturer will deliver engaging, research-informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Initial Teacher Education programs and will also support broader contributions across Education, including Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence in Education where aligned with expertise and program needs.

In this position, you will:

• Design and deliver engaging, evidence-based teaching in mathematics education across middle and senior years.
• Contribute to research and publications in mathematics or STEM education, securing external funding and supervising HDR students.
• Build partnerships with schools, professional associations, and industry to enhance teaching impact and research translation.

About You

You are an emerging leader in mathematics or STEM education, with a passion for improving teaching and learning outcomes for students. You combine strong academic capability with practical understanding of how mathematics is taught and learned in diverse educational contexts. You are collegial, research-active, and committed to advancing education through innovative pedagogy and collaboration.

You will also bring:

• A PhD (or equivalent) in Education or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated experience in high-quality university teaching and curriculum design.
• Evidence of a developing research profile with quality publications and/or external funding.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with a demonstrated commitment to student success and inclusion.
• (Desirable) Experience with supervision, accreditation, or professional learning initiatives.

About Education at Flinders:

Education at Flinders University prepares the next generation of teachers, educational leaders and researchers to make a lasting impact on learners and communities. As one of South Australia’s largest providers of teacher education, Flinders delivers evidence-based, practice-oriented programs across early childhood, primary, secondary and higher education. Our strong partnerships with schools and industry ensure graduates are classroom-ready and equipped to meet evolving educational priorities.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.
• In addition, it is a requirement of this position that the incumbent maintain a current Working With Children Check which is satisfactory to the University in accordance with the Child Safety (Prohibited Persons) Act 2016 (SA).

How to Apply and Information

• You are required to submit a CV, along with a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the below Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Chido Alozie.

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) on Thursday, 19 March 2026.

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.