(Level B) $111,031- $131,335 per annum plus an employer contribution of 17% superannuation applies.

Continuing, full-time opportunity available to commence in Semester 2, 2025.

We are looking for self-motivated individual who can demonstrate a willingness to work with colleagues on initiatives and contribute to the administration of the School, Faculty and University.

The School of Education invites applicants for a Lecturer opportunity. The position is open to candidates wishing to pursue a research and teaching role where there is an expectation the successful candidate can demonstrate an emerging research record with evidence of recent quality outputs, as well as teach into both undergraduate and postgraduate courses.

To be successful you will need:

• A PhD in Education in an area relevant to the School’s research strengths, particularly in Initial Teacher Education.
• Demonstrate experience and or knowledge in Australian initial teacher education and policy and/or postgraduate education programs.
• A strong, demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching.
• An emerging research record with evidence of recent quality outputs.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of scholarship, research and professional/administrative activities within the School including the ability to work effectively as a member of a team to provide outcomes for pre and in-service teachers.

This position requires a valid Working with Children Check.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

Enjoy an outstanding career environment

We offer a uniquely rewarding workplace. The size, breadth and quality of our education and research programs - including significant industry, government and community collaboration - offers you vast scope and opportunity for a long, fulfilling career.

It also enables us to attract high-calibre people in all facets of our operations, ensuring you will be surrounded by talented colleagues, many world-leading. Our work's cutting-edge nature - not just in your own area, but across virtually the full spectrum of human endeavour - provides a constant source of inspiration.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and embraces diversity consistent with our Staff Values and Behaviour Framework and our Values of integrity, respect, collegiality, excellence and discovery. We firmly believe that our people are our most valuable asset, so we work to grow and diversify the skills, knowledge and capability of all our staff.

We embrace flexibility as a key principle to allow our people to manage the changing demands of work, personal and family life.

In addition, we offer a wide range of attractive staff benefits. These include: salary packaging; flexible work arrangements; high-quality professional development programs and activities; and an on-campus health clinic, gym and other fitness facilities.

Learn more at: adelaide.edu.au/jobs

Your faculty's broader role

The Faculty of Arts, Business, Law and Economics is a place of innovative practice and thought leadership across a diverse range of disciplines. It offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and has strong connections with business and industry, including internationally.

Learn more at: able.adelaide.edu.au

If you have the talent, we'll give you the opportunity. Together, let's make history.

Click on the ‘Apply Now’ button to be taken through to the online application form. Please ensure you submit a cover letter, resume, and upload a document that includes your responses to all of the selection criteria for the position as contained in the  selection criteria document.

Applications close 11:55pm, Friday 21st March 2025.

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, contact:

Prof Susan James Relly
Head of School, School of Education
E: susan.jamesrelly@adelaide.edu.au

You'll find a full position description and/or selection criteria below: (If no links appear, try viewing on another device)

The University of Adelaide is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Female applicants, people with a disability and/or and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who meet the requirements of this position are strongly encouraged to apply. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application. 

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