Job Description

About this Opportunity

• Continuing, Full-Time
• School of Engineering and Technology
• CQUniversity Brisbane or Sydney (Relocation support available)
• Senior Lecturer (Academic C) - Total Remuneration $162,470 to $184,987 pa (including salary of $137,290 to $156,317 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Associate Professor (Academic D) - Total Remuneration $192,505 to $210,526 pa (including salary of $162,670 to $177,898 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The School of Engineering and Technology (SET) at CQUniversity delivers nationally and internationally recognised teaching and research across engineering and built‑environment disciplines. With strong industry partnerships and research strengths including Building Forensics, Civil Engineering, Intelligent Systems and Clean Energy, SET continues to create real‑world impact for industry and community. Our Construction Management programs, accredited by AIB and AIBS, are widely respected for their quality and innovation.

We are now seeking a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Construction Management and/or Building Surveying to join the Built Environment team within the College of Project Management, Built Environment and Assets & Maintenance Management (CoPBA). In this role, you will contribute to high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and student support across undergraduate and postgraduate programs. You will help drive innovative, industry‑aligned learning experiences, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and supervise research students.

You will also maintain a strong research profile through high‑quality publications, competitive funding and national or international collaborations. Associate Professors will additionally lead research teams, mentor colleagues and guide strategic initiatives across the discipline.

If you are passionate about academic excellence, impactful research and shaping the next generation of construction professionals, we encourage you to apply.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Possession of a doctoral qualification (PhD) in Construction Management, Building Surveying or a closely related discipline.
• Strong research profile, including a proven track record of high-impact peer-reviewed and refereed journals publications in Q1 journals with demonstrated capacity of successful research grant applications.
• Demonstrated teaching capability in the field of Construction Management and Built Environment, with experience supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students using multi‑modal delivery methods.
• An understanding and familiarity with the National Construction Code (NCC) and Australian Building Legislations
• Teaching qualification in higher education (or willingness to obtain one), such as Cert IV TAE or a relevant tertiary adult‑education qualification.

Additional Requirements for Associate Professor

• Recognised national and international research reputation, demonstrated through sustained competitive external research funding (including ARC Category 1 and 2 grants), high‑quality research outputs, and strong industry collaboration.
• Successful supervision of Research Higher Degree (RHD) students to completion, with an ability to mentor early‑career researchers
• Demonstrated leadership and contribution to the Built Environment / Construction Management profession, including involvement in accreditation, national or international program delivery, and professional engagement.
• Demonstrated professional recognition and service within the Construction Management industry, complemented by proven academic leadership experience and the ability to lead impactful initiatives or teams

The successful candidate will be appointed at a level that reflects their qualifications and experience. Please indicate your preferred level in your application and ensure your selection criteria response demonstrates your suitability for that level.

For further information about these positions, please refer to the Position Description's below:

• Senior Lecturer (Academic C) – Construction Management and Building Surveying
• Associate Professor (Academic D) – Construction Management and Building Surveying

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 19 April 2026

Job Requisition ID: 6588

Contact Details:

Ziyad Abunada

(03) 9616 0696

z.abunada@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your current CV or Resume, cover letter, and 1-2 pages responding to the selection criteria highlighting your relevant experience, and suitability for the position

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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