Lecturer (Education Focused), Project Management

Location: Canberra, ACT, UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus.

Employment type: Fixed‑term contract, full‑time (35 hours per week). Duration: 2 years.

Remuneration: Level B from $127,947 plus leave loading and 17% super.

About UNSW Canberra

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations and is a proud member of Australia’s Group of Eight. It is known for its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful, and is ranked among the top 20 universities globally.

Why Your Role Matters

As an Education‑Focused Lecturer in Project Management, you will design and deliver engaging courses for postgraduate, and potentially undergraduate, programs. You will work with colleagues in the School of Engineering and Technology to develop contemporary curricula, support student supervision in the UNSW‑Project‑Management‑Programs and Master of Project Management (Canberra), and champion innovative teaching approaches to enhance student success.

Who You Are (skills and experience)

PhD in project management or a closely related discipline, or a master’s degree in project management with substantive experience in course and program design.
Deep understanding of project‑management principles, methodologies, and best practices, backed by academic and professional achievements.
Practical experience in the project‑management industry, enabling integration of theory with real‑world applications.
Experience in developing and delivering postgraduate and/or undergraduate courses.
Track record in initiating curriculum development and improvement and a passion for engaging learning experiences.
Commitment to mentoring students and junior colleagues, with potential leadership within the academic community.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with students, colleagues, and industry partners.
Proactive approach to professional development, staying updated on latest pedagogical trends.

Benefits and Culture

Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours)
Additional three days leave during December festive period
Career development opportunities
Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave‑loading payments and salary sacrifice
Free gym access
UNSW-wide strategy focused on healthy body, mind, places, and culture.

Eligibility and Pre‑Employment Checks

Successful candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia and will undertake pre‑employment checks, including criminal history checks, work‑rights verification, children checks, gender‑based violence declaration, qualification and membership verification, employment history and reference checks, financial responsibility assessments, and medical checks.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

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