"Lecturer in Law"

Job Description:

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Business and Law
• Working from home (excluding the South-East Queensland region)
• Total Remuneration $134,885 to $157,870 pa (including salary of $113,980 to $133,403 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Join a university that is redefining regional education and research. At CQUniversity, we are passionate about creating opportunity through high-quality, accessible learning. As a Lecturer in Law, you will inspire the next generation of legal professionals while advancing your own academic and research career in a supportive, forward-thinking environment.

Based within the School of Business and Law, you will deliver engaging and industry-relevant teaching across areas such as Administrative Law, Constitutional Law, Statutory Interpretation, Revenue Law, Legal Automation and Remedies. You will contribute to innovative curriculum design, mentor students, and pursue impactful research that supports industry and community outcomes.

CQUniversity promotes professional growth and academic progression, offering the recognition, flexibility and resources to help you succeed. You will join a collaborative and enthusiastic team, with opportunities to lead or contribute to research projects that matter to you while shaping the future of legal education in Australia.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Relevant PhD (or equivalent) in law.
• Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching / Education.
• Understanding of current professional and educational issues within the legal profession.
• Demonstrated research and/or teaching experience in one or more of the following areas: Administrative Law, Constitutional Law and Statutory Interpretation.

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Monday, 24 November 2025

Job Requisition ID: 6646

Contact Details:

Nichola Corbett-Jarvis
(07) 4037 4731
n.corbett-jarvis@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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Posted: 03/11/2025