Job Description

Casual Lecturer (Business – UTAS Sydney)

Location: Sydney (Ultimo), NSW

Classification: Higher Education Academic Staff: Level B (ECA employment contract)

Employment type: Casual

Reporting line: Academic Manager (Business), UTAS Sydney

In partnership with the Education Centre of Australia (ECA), the University of Tasmania (UTAS) delivers AACSB-accredited business courses at its Ultimo study centre, Sydney. We currently offer the Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specialisations in Global Marketing.

We are seeking to appoint up to two casual Lecturers who will be responsible for delivering the following MBA units:

• People, Work and Wellbeing
• Principles of Financial Management
• Data Analysis & Research Methods

As a key member of the team, you will have the rewarding opportunity to progress your career within the education industry. We are looking for someone who wants to grow with the partnership and is self-motivated and an enthusiastic go-getter.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver weekly classes/workshops in an engaging manner and at a required standard
• Conduct student consultation and academic counselling for students who require additional support
• Assess and provide detailed feedback on student assessments
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with all stakeholders to ensure that academic delivery requirements are resourced and met
• Advise the Academic Manager on the continuous improvement of delivery, student experience and campus operations
• Implement early intervention strategies in collaboration with Learning Support Coordinators for students-at-risk and monitor their progress according to UTAS’ Policies and Procedures
• Maintain currency in the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) and that of the incumbent’s discipline by undertaking scholarly work and professional development

As the successful candidate, you will ideally have:

• A PhD in a relevant discipline
• 2+ years’ experience in higher education teaching
• Demonstrated track record in supporting the success of international students
• Knowledge of the Higher Education Standards Framework and the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students

Desirable:

• Graduate Certificate or above in learning and teaching or tertiary education
• Experience with third-party course delivery
• Experience in working with geographically dispersed teams

In return we will offer you:

• A supportive team environment
• Energetic culture that inspires and supports excellence
• Work/life balance
• Expanding network of contacts
• Employee assistance program with Uprise (6 session per year for staff and direct family members)
• Professional development programs
• Wellbeing brands discounts
• Free access to LinkedIn Learning

EEO Statement

At ECA, our organisational values include ‘Equal opportunity and Social inclusion’ and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive.

We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds including but not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, people living with a disability, women, people who identify as LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

This position is open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents; or applicants who hold a current valid full working rights visa for a reasonable period.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page. The application deadline is 23 January 2026. Due to the expected high volume of responses only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

For further information on this role, to gain an insight into our team or if you need assistance/accommodation due to a disability, please contact Dr Amanda Ting (amanda.ting@utas.edu.au).

Thank you for your interest in the position with the ECA Group!