Job Description

Make an impact at the University of Wollongong (UOW) — a purpose driven institution ranked in the top 1% of universities globally.

About the Role

The Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Educational Leadership is a key academic appointment within the School of Education, part of the Faculty of Arts, Society and Business. You will contribute to high quality teaching, research and program development in Educational Leadership, helping prepare future school and system leaders.

You will deliver engaging learning experiences, contribute to curriculum innovation, supervise postgraduate and HDR students, and undertake impactful research. At Levels C and D, you will also provide academic leadership and support the strategic growth of Educational Leadership programs across campuses.

Key responsibilities:

• Design and deliver high quality teaching in Educational Leadership
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and program development
• Conduct impactful research aligned with Educational Leadership
• Supervise postgraduate and HDR students
• Engage in governance, service and professional activities

Regular on campus attendance is required to support face to face teaching, student engagement, and participation in the life of the School.

About the Team

The School of Education is nationally recognised for excellence in teacher education across Early Childhood, Primary, Secondary and postgraduate programs. Educational Leadership is a core strength of the School, with offerings such as the Master of Education (Educational Leadership) supporting the development of future focused leaders in the Australian education sector.

What You’ll Bring

• A doctoral qualification in Educational Leadership or a closely related field
• Demonstrated expertise in Educational Leadership within the Australian education context
• A strong record of teaching excellence and curriculum innovation
• A developing (Level B), established (Level C) or nationally recognised (Level D) research profile
• Evidence of leadership in governance, service or professional engagement (increasing with level)

Why Join UOW

• Competitive salary package including 17% superannuation
• 35-hour full-time work week supporting greater balance and flexibility
• Flexible working arrangements and family-friendly policies
• Generous leave entitlements including additional concession days over the Christmas–New Year period
• Purchased leave options to provide greater flexibility throughout the year
• Ongoing professional development and clear career progression opportunities

Role Details

• Permanent/Continuing, full-time appointment
• Level B: $122,478 - $141,446 + 17% Superannuation OR
• Level C: $148,771 - $167,785 + 17% Superannuation OR
• Level D: $179,439 - $192,572 + 17% Superannuation
• The successful candidate will be appointed at Lecturer (Level B), Senior Lecturer (Level C) or Associate Professor (Level D) commensurate with qualifications and experience.
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  - Lecturer Level B Position Description
  - Senior Lecturer Level C Position Description
  - Associate Professor Level D Position Description
• Location: Wollongong Campus, with occasional travel to Liverpool Campus
• Valid Australian work rights required. Visa sponsorship is not available
• This position has been classified as ‘child-related work”, more information is available within the position description.

How to Apply

You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please only answer the criteria relevant to the level you are applying for. Please also attach your CV to your application.

For further information about this position, please contact Professor Penny Van Bergen, Head of School (Education) via pennyvb@uow.edu.au

Closing Date: Thursday, 25 June 2026 11:55pm AEDT

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The University of Wollongong is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace where diversity is valued, respected and celebrated. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, removes barriers to participation, and provides equitable opportunities for staff to reach their full potential. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people of all gender identities and sexual orientations, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability, and those with caring or family responsibilities.

As required by federal legislation, prospective employees are required to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender based Violence or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender based Violence, during their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. Any such declaration will be included in the University’s employment screening processes and will be treated with the strictest confidence and in compliance with all privacy legislation.

The University of Wollongong was born with a mission to transform our region: to educate and empower the people of the Illawarra. Our commitment to a better future has shaped our direction and impact since our inception.

Over the years, we have grown to be a global diverse and inclusive civic university, working to solve global challenges and promoting harmony and social cohesion.We are proud to be a globally recognised and respected university, opening doors for our students, staff and partners.