Senior Learning Designer

Job TitleSenior Learning DesignerFaculty / School / UnitEducation Portfolio, Division of Education & StudentsJob SummaryUTS is a dynamic and innovative university located in central Sydney. One of Australia’s leading universities of technology, UTS has a distinct model of learning, strong research performance, and an excellent reputation for engagement with industry and the professions.

About the Role

The Senior Learning Designer manages the strategic design and development of a comprehensive portfolio of high-quality teaching and learning products that align with the UTS Strategy and approach to teaching. This role involves negotiating with faculty management, providing expert learning advice to UTS teaching and learning initiatives and UTS senior leaders and teaching staff. The incumbent leads and mentors a dedicated team of learning design professionals.

Detailed DescriptionAbout You

As the Senior Learning Designer, you will have: 

1. Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and manage a team of learning design professionals, creating positive team culture and aligning practice with Portfolio and University strategy

2. In-depth knowledge of contemporary learning design principles and practices

3. Proficiency in the use of educational technologies and tools to enhance teaching and learning and understanding of Generative AI and data tools in teaching and learning contexts

4. Understanding of quality assurance processes and standards in educational content development

5. Proven experience in collaborating with faculty, subject matter experts, and other stakeholders

Remuneration/SalaryBase Salary Range: $120,827 - $147,678 (HEW 8/9)

This role attracts 17% superannuation in addition to the base salary. 

UTS staff also benefit from a wide range of Employee Benefits include flexible work practices, generous parental leave and salary packaging opportunities.

This position is full-time and appointment will be made on a continuing basis. 

The team work on a hybrid working arrangement and are on campus 3-days a week and otherwise when required. 

How to ApplyTo apply, please submit;

1. Your current resume

2. A cover letter to outline your skills and capability in relation to the role

3. A statement addressing the five (5) selection criteria listed above in ‘About You’

Only those applications submitted via the UTS online recruitment system will be accepted. If you are a current UTS staff member, for help on how to apply through NEO please click here.

As you will be unable to save your application once started, please have all required documents and information available prior to commencing.

Please ensure that the file name for each document submitted includes IRC336280 and your name. 

Specific enquiries or issues with your application may be directed to the UTS Recruitment Team at recruitment@uts.edu.au. 

Closing Date: Thursday 16 April 2026 at 11:59PM AEST

Applicants must have current and valid work rights in Australia.

UTS prioritises safety, respect, and inclusion for every member of our community. In support of this, and in line with our statutory obligations under the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence 2026, all prospective employees must declare any past investigations relating to gender-based violence. Employment at UTS is contingent upon completion of this declaration, and, where necessary, assessment of any identified risk factors. We appreciate your role in upholding the standards and behaviour expected of our community.

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