Job Description

About The Team

The College of Law, Arts and Social Sciences brings together the disciplines of the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, Media and Communication, Law and Criminology, and Indigenous Knowledges. The combination of these individually strong areas fosters cross-disciplinary academic expertise and innovative multidisciplinary approaches to research and teaching.

Your New Role!

We are seeking to appoint either an Associate Lecturer (Level A) or a Lecturer (Level B) in Murdoch University, South Street Campus.

As an Associate Lecturer (Level A), you will contribute to teaching, research and engagement activities within Murdoch University’s Regenerative Tourism program. Working under the guidance of senior academics, you will develop your teaching and research expertise while supporting student success and building connections with industry. This role focuses on supporting the delivery of an innovative and collaborative Regenerative Tourism program, building a track record of scholarship and industry engagement, and raising the profile of the discipline nationally and internationally to support student recruitment and program growth.

As a Lecturer (Level B), you will make an independent contribution to teaching, research and engagement within Murdoch University’s Regenerative Tourism program. You will deliver high-quality learning experiences, undertake impactful research, build industry partnerships, and contribute to the growth and reputation of the discipline. This role has a strong focus on delivering teaching excellence in Regenerative Tourism, establishing a sustained program of scholarship and industry engagement, and developing strategic partnerships that enhance student outcomes, research impact and program growth.

For both roles, expectations are guided by Murdoch University’s Building a Brighter Future Together: Ngala Kwop Biddi strategy and the Academic Career Expectations (ACE) Framework. You will contribute to the University’s priorities in Sustainability, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, and First Nations initiatives while demonstrating strong academic citizenship.

Your key responsibilities:

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

• Support the delivery of high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs in face-to-face, online and blended learning environments
• Develop learning materials assessments and student-centred learning experiences that enhance student engagement and success
• Provide academic support, guidance and timely feedback to students
• Contribute to research and scholarly activities in Regenerative Tourism, including publications, conference presentations and research funding applications
• Build a growing profile in scholarship and industry engagement within the discipline
• Engage with industry and professional networks to enhance the visibility and impact of the program
• Contribute to School and University service, administration and community activities
  

Lecturer (Level B)

• Deliver and coordinate undergraduate and postgraduate teaching across face-to-face, online and blended learning environments
• Develop innovative curriculum, learning resources and assessments that support student success and academic quality standards
• Provide academic leadership, student support and effective coordination of teaching activities
• Conduct independent research and scholarship in Regenerative Tourism, including publications, conference presentations and research funding applications
• Supervise Honors and postgraduate research students where appropriate
• Build and maintain strong industry partnerships that support teaching innovation, research collaboration and student recruitment pathways
• Engage with professional networks and external stakeholders to enhance the reputation and impact of the discipline
• Contribute to the School and University leadership, service, administration and governance activities
  

Please refer to the and Duty Statement for further details.

• Associate Lecturer (Level A)
• Lecturer (Level B)

What We Offer You!

This is a Continuous |Full Time (37.5 hours per week) position with the following remuneration:

• Associate Lecturer: $81,513.00 to $109,925.00 (pro rata) at the Academic Level A plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.
• Lecturer: $115,512.00– $136,831.00 (pro rata) at the Academic Level B plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

You’ll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria and qualification requirement(s) (Please refer to the Position Description and Duty Statement)
• Your most recent resume (CV)
  

What you’ll bring to the role:

Associate Lecturer (Level A)

• A tertiary qualification of at least four years in the relevant field, or equivalent professional experience recognised by the University
• A relevant higher degree (such as a doctorate) in an area that contributes meaningfully to the discipline area, or satisfactory progress towards its completion.
• The capacity to operate in various teaching settings, including the classroom, field trips, and student mobility programs.
• Willingness to build a profile of scholarship and/or industry engagement that contributes to the program's focus on Regenerative Tourism.
• Knowledge of student recruitment and/or industry trends that can support recruitment efforts.

Lecturer (Level B)

• A tertiary qualification of at least four years in the relevant field, or equivalent professional experience recognised by the University.
• A relevant doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent) in the discipline, or equivalent professional experience recognised by the University.
• Maintenance of professional registration or accreditation, where relevant to the discipline or profession.
• The capacity to operate at a high level in various teaching settings, including the classroom, developing and delivering field trips, and leading student mobility programs.
• A profile of research and/or industry engagement that contributes to the program's focus on Regenerative Tourism, and the capacity to develop industry partnerships that support student recruitment, particularly from key international markets.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Visa sponsorship and relocation may be available for the right candidate.

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Prof. Dee O’Connor, Head of School of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Dee.OConnor@murdoch.edu.au and quote JR105378 as the reference.

Applications Close on 12 August 2026 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.