- Flexible working options considered.
- 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
- 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
- 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
- Salary packaging options.
- 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
- Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
- Discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

Job no: 524136

Work type: Full Time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Education

- Commitment to inclusive teaching practices.
- Opportunities to undertake research in your area of expertise.
- Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis, flexible working options considered.
- Base salary range: Level B, $122,876 – $145,404 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area Education has been a keystone of the University of Western Australia for 100 years. Today, the Graduate School of Education maintains a tradition of excellence while taking on the challenges of developing educational practices for both global and local needs. The School attracts the highest quality academic, research and professional staff who work collaboratively with talented educators to positively impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learners.

The Graduate

School of Education has an ambitious strategic plan that identifies excellence in research, innovative teaching and learning practices as well as external engagement as central to its vibrancy, growth and sustainability. To achieve these goals a workforce that is future- focused, able to respond to new pedagogies, contribute to our research profile, and strengthen our reputation further is vital.

About the opportunity

- Contribute to excellence in teaching, research and higher degree supervision in secondary initial teacher education / postgraduate education studies.




- Contribute to a range of teaching and curriculum innovations across the School and undertake unit / course coordination.
- As required, contribute to the School’s offshore programs.

About you

- A completed doctorate in the field of Education or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative high-quality teaching, assessment and materials for units and courses in secondary teacher education / postgraduate education studies.
- A demonstrated track record or emerging track record of excellence in research evidenced by peer-reviewed journal articles published in high-quality journals.
- Demonstrated evidence of successful supervision / co-supervision of HDR students, and an emerging track record of successful competitive funding, relative to opportunity.
- Demonstrated experience of engagements that promote research and/or education outcomes.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and WA Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant. Position description: PD - Lecturer (524136).pdf To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Tanya Fitzgerald at [email protected] For enquiries on the recruitment process, please contact Maddy Chaplin at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.





You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 13 September 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

Benefits

- Flexible working options.
- Generous paid leave including parental leave.
- Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
- Salary packaging available.
- Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
- Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
- Discounted health insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program.

About the University The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university. Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a secure environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 07 Aug 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 13 Sep 2026 W. Australia Standard Time

📌 Lecturer - Secondary Teacher Education (Crawley)
🏢 The University Of Western Australia
📍 Crawley