- Bring your expertise. Inspire creativity. Shape the future.
- Full-time or Part time (0.6 - 1.0), fixed-term (until 31 July 2027) opportunity at our Hawthorn campus
- Academic Level B salary + 17% super and staff benefits

About the Role
Are you a passionate fashion educator who thrives on creativity, innovation and making a difference to student learning? This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast-growing fashion program and contribute to the next phase of Swinburne University of Technology’s Bachelor of Design (Fashion) program.

As a Lecturer (Education Specialist) within the School of Design and Architecture, you will play a pivotal role in creating inspiring, industry-connected learning experiences that equip our students with the skills, confidence and creativity to succeed in a rapidly evolving fashion industry.

You’ll bring your expertise across areas such as sewing, pattern making, draping, garment construction, sustainability and digital fashion technologies, delivering contemporary and engaging learning experiences that challenge students to think creatively and push the boundaries of fashion design.

More than a teaching role, this is an opportunity to shape the student experience and join a passionate and expanding academic community committed to redefining the future of fashion education. You’ll contribute to curriculum innovation, champion inclusive and engaging teaching practices, mentor colleagues and help build a culture of educational excellence across the discipline.

Please note that this is a fixed-term opportunity due to leave coverage. While this appointment is fixed term, it offers an excellent opportunity to join a growing Fashion team, contribute to the discipline's continued development, and build relationships across teaching and industry engagement activities.

About You
We’re looking for an educator who is curious, collaborative and passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences. You’ll have demonstrated expertise in fashion design, combined with a strong understanding of contemporary pedagogy and a commitment to student success.

You will bring:

- Strong teaching expertise, with a transparent approach to teaching, continuous improvement and student learning.
- Experience designing and delivering engaging learning and assessment experiences that support student success.
- Strong fashion design expertise, including traditional techniques and digital technologies.




- A commitment to inclusive and collaborative teaching, including supporting colleagues and mentoring sessional staff.
- Strong industry and professional connections, with an understanding of how these can inform curriculum, graduate employability and quality teaching practices.

Please see the position description for the full list of key selection criteria

Qualifications
A PhD in a relevant discipline, or a Master’s level qualification in tertiary education. In exceptional circumstances, equivalent professional experience may be considered.

About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne’s strategy draws upon our understanding of future challenges. We choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research.

Our Ad Astra strategy is the cornerstone of Swinburne’s bold ambition to lead globally in technology-driven education and research. This strategy positions us to create transformative solutions, empower learners, and partner with industry to thrive in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer You!

- Work your way with flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options and generous parental leave to support a balanced lifestyle.
- Exclusive staff discounts, including discounted Medibank health insurance, 50% off Swinburne courses and other partner offers.
- Swinburne offers 17% super and salary packaging options, including car leasing and extra super contributions.

Want to learn more? Head over to our benefits page!

To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and your suitability for this position.

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Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.

If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at ***************@swin.edu.au

Applications Close: Wednesday 16 September 2026, at 11.00pm

Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne has become a world-class university, driving social and economic impacts through science, technology, and innovation. As a dual-sector university, our vision is for people and technology working together to build a better world.

Central to our vision is our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity employer focused on attracting, retaining, and developing great talent. We work to remove barriers related to gender identity, culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, and age.

Swinburne is proud to be recognised as an AWEI Gold Employer, reflecting our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where LGBTQIA+ employees, students and communities can thrive.

We strongly encourage applicants from diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. Our Moondani Toombadool Centre leads our Indigenous education and culture at Swinburne, guided by community wisdom and leadership.

We support applicants with disabilities, and reasonable adjustments can be requested at any stage of the recruitment process.

For reasonable adjustment requests - including accessible formats of the position description, application form, or other documents, please contact ***************@swin.edu.au or call +61 3 9214 3550.? Please note: this phone number is for disability and reasonable adjustment enquiries only. General enquiries about the role can also be emailed to ***************@swin.edu.au.

Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes.
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.

As a Circle Back Initiative Employer, we commit to responding to every applicant.

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📌 Lecturer (Education Specialist) - Fashion Design (Hawthorn)
🏢 Swinburne University
📍 Hawthorn