Associate Professor or Professor (Curriculum and Pedagogy - English and Literacy)
Appointment may be made at one of the following profiles depending on your qualifications, experience, and career aspirations:
School of Education and Creative Arts
The School of Education and Creative Arts plays a pivotal role in advancing this ambition through high-quality, accredited Initial Teacher Education and Creative Arts programs and research that responds to the needs of diverse communities.
With a strong focus on curriculum innovation, pedagogical excellence and community partnership, the School is dedicated to preparing future industry-ready educators who can teach effectively and thrive across metropolitan, regional, rural and remote contexts, while contributing to research and education that enable communities to flourish and shape a better tomorrow, together.
Our suite of Initial Teacher Education programs (both under-graduate and post-graduate) are fully accredited with the Queensland College of Teachers and Australian Children's Education and Care Quality Authority and align with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.
Who you are
You are a recognised academic leader in English and Literacy education with a strong record of excellence in teaching, research and engagement.
Committed to shaping the future of education, you are dedicated to preparing highly capable graduates and contributing to the advancement of knowledge through impactful and innovative research.
You bring deep disciplinary expertise, a collaborative approach to leadership, and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments that support diverse student and community needs.




With a solid understanding of contemporary curriculum, pedagogy and literacy practices, you are motivated to influence educational outcomes at local, national and international levels through scholarship, partnerships and professional service.
What you'll do
UniSQ is seeking a distinguished and collaborative academic leader to advance excellence in English and Literacy education through teaching, research and engagement.
In this role, you will contribute to high-quality teaching, impactful research, and meaningful engagement across our Initial Teacher Education and Master of Education programs.
This is an outstanding opportunity to shape curriculum innovation, influence professional practice, and inspire future educators across diverse learning contexts, including regional, rural and remote settings.
Through your leadership and scholarship, you will contribute to locally grounded, globally relevant outcomes that advance educational excellence and support thriving communities.
As an Associate Professor / Professor (Curriculum and Pedagogy - English and Literacy) you will:
What will help you succeed
To excel in this role, you should possess the following qualifications and experience:
For further information about this role, please contact Professor Peter Cook,



Head of School and Dean (Education and Creative Arts) via ****** .
We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups.
To be considered for this position, you will need to have the right to work in Australia.
Reference Number: ****_*****
Location: Toowoomba or Springfield campus
Term: Full-time continuing appointment (37.5 hours/week)
Associate Professor:Total remuneration range $201,491 to $221,564 pa (includes salary range of $169,927 to $186,855 pa, employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)
Professor:Total remuneration $258,373 pa (includes salary of $217,899 pa, employer super contributions of 17% and annual leave loading)
Closes: Sunday, 18 October **** at 11:30 pm (AEST)
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UniSQ is a child safe organisation.
As part of the University of Southern Queensland's commitment to fostering a safe, respectful and rewarding work environment and in compliance with ourlegal obligations, we require candidates to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender Based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender Based Violence, during the course of their previous employment or in any legal process.
This information helps us meet our legal obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender Based Violence, and will be considered when determining a candidate's suitability for employment, so that we can keep our University community safe.
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📌 Associate Professor Or Professor (Curriculum And Pedagogy – English And Literacy) (Toowoomba)
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