Lecturer in International Relations (Terrorism & Political Violence and International Security)

Based in the Adelaide University School of Society and Culture

• Full-time fixed term contract for up to 40 months
• Salary Range: $114,917 to $135,932 per annum (plus 17% superannuation)
• Make a positive impact on the lives of our students

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

Adelaide University College of Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences delivers leading education and research investigating the development, motivations and consequences of human behaviour across the lifespan.

The School of Society and Culture explores how human being – in all its breadth, depth and range – manifests in social, cultural, environmental, gendered and political terms. It takes in everything from terrorism to climate change; from crime and deviance to what it takes to sustain robust democracy; from understanding how responsible development can change the world to making ethnographic insights into how to make the world safe for human difference.

This role will teach in the area of International Relations and will tackle geopolitical and socioeconomic issues that have wide-reaching impact through a selection of focus areas.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

Our goal is to equip undergraduate and postgraduate students with the critical thinking and practical research skills they need to address some of the most pressing issues of our time.

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Essential Criteria

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

• Doctoral qualification in a discipline relevant to International Relations or Political Science
• Broad understanding of teaching and research in International Relations across different disciplinary areas, and current knowledge of global issues
• Demonstrated teaching experience at a tertiary level in topics relevant to Terrorism & Political Violence and International Security, with skills and experience that demonstrate this capacity
• Proven ability to contribute successfully to a multidisciplinary work environment
• Strong research interests connected to international security and authoritarianism, with demonstrated ability for cross-disciplinary research and collaboration
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of qualitative or mixed research methods
• Supervision of the program of research of undergraduate, honours or postgraduate students
• Relative to opportunity and career stage, a proven track record of strong research outcomes, including in publications, grant applications and/or project management
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A commitment to undertaking research and teaching on-campus at Adelaide University for the duration of the contract

Desirable:

• Experience in HDR supervision as part of an effective supervisory team
• Experience with online teaching and online learning management systems and understanding of relevant pedagogy
• Written and spoken language skills in Spanish or Arabic
• Demonstrated experience in research methods relating to sensitive human research ethics.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload:

• your current CV
• a cover letter

The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 31 May 2026

Please note that the role description is not attached to this advertisement as it is currently being finalised.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au (quoting reference number 492991)