STEM Educator (Maths and Statistics)

Reference number: 25590
Term: Ongoing, full-time basis
Remuneration: $120,443 to $131749 pa (HEW7) (inclusive of $101,775,514 to $111,330 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
Location: Gardens Point (hybrid option available)
Open to: The position is open to applicants who have ongoing full-time work rights in Australia. In support of our strategic priority of Indigenous Australian success, Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a STEM Educator (Maths and Statistics) to join Learning and Teaching Unit, Education Portfolio, Academic Division.

The STEM Educator (Maths and Statistics) will provide timely and targeted services and strategies to support the STEM academic learning needs of QUT students. This includes contributing to peer programs, industry and career engagement, curriculum and resource development, learning analytics, and other university-wide initiatives. The STEM Educator (Maths and Statistics) will work in partnership with the SSTA Strategic Leads and Managers, STEM Educators, Career Educators, and Language and Learning Educators across the faculties to contribute to advance student success and teaching.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

About us

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

About the Learning and Teaching Unit The Learning and Teaching Unit (LTU) is committed to a culture of collaboration, working in partnership with students, industry representatives, and staff across QUT to meet the evolving needs of our learners. LTU leads and coordinates learning and teaching across QUT, leveraging existing initiatives and enabling new ways of thinking and working that are learner-centric and future-focused. The Student Success and Teaching Advancement (SSTA) teams work in partnership with faculties and divisions to deliver a connected and impactful student experience. This is achieved through the provision of university wide learning, careers and retention support services and strategies, and building an engaged community of innovative academic practice and learner focused educational delivery using scholarly and data informed approaches. SSTA is a large section within LTU employing more than 120 academic, professional and sessional staff, and student partners..

What you need to succeed

Education, training and/or experience equivalent to completion of a degree in a discipline with a strong relevance to the learning and teaching of maths and statistics academic and learning practice and pedagogy (online and face-to-face) with subsequent relevant work experience.
Expertise in maths and statistics at a university-level.
Proven experience in promoting and teaching others to develop the strategies and techniques needed to engage effectively in mathematics and statistics support for learning in physical (face-to-face) and virtual environments.
Demonstrated understanding of the issues which affect mathematics and statistics learning, retention, and success in higher education.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in close partnership with a diverse range of students and staff at all levels of an organisation with a commitment to working from a social justice framework.
Proven effectiveness as a team member with a flexible approach in relation to change and responding to the shifting needs of the student population.
Highly effective written, verbal, and digital communication skills including facilitation and presentation expertise and the ability to create high quality and engaging digital learning support resources.

Life at QUT

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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Belong at QUT

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Connections in our mission to inspire and shape the next generation of change-makers.

As part of our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace, we proudly support our Indigenous Australians Employment Strategy, aiming for an Indigenous Australian workforce participation of 3.6%. We extend a warm invitation to Aboriginal Australians and Torres Strait Islander people to join us in pursuing a rewarding career at QUT.

We believe that diversity is our strength and are dedicated to creating safe, inclusive spaces where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse cultures, ages, linguistic backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities, and those who are living with disabilities to apply for positions at QUT.

At QUT, diversity is not just embraced—it's celebrated. See our commitment

How to Apply

Discover the possibilities that await with a career at QUT. If you're ready to embark on a journey of innovation and opportunity, we're excited to meet you.

Find out more about this position and submit your application by clicking 'Apply' or the link below.

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Job opens: 17-Oct-2025

Applications Close: 02-Nov-2025 at 11.30pm