Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university. But there’s also so much more. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper, focused learning experience and our research is deeply connected to our regions, making a difference on a global scale.

This is your chance to help us build something new and meaningful for our students, our communities and your career. To drive change, make a real impact, and thrive in a place as unique as you.

You can be good anywhere. Here, you can be great.

Your opportunity

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Business, Law & Arts is seeking expressions of interest from experienced academics and industry professionals interested in casual teaching opportunities within the Master of Project Management program.

As the program continues to grow, we’re looking for knowledgeable educators who can bring real-world project management expertise into an online learning environment. This is an opportunity to share your industry experience, support the next generation of project professionals and contribute to a high-quality student experience.

Teaching opportunities may arise across a range of project management disciplines; including project planning and scheduling, governance, risk management, agile project management, stakeholder engagement, project leadership, strategic project delivery and portfolio management.

You will make an impact by:

- Facilitating online learning activities and discussions
- Supporting students through academic mentoring and guidance
- Marking assessments and providing constructive feedback
- Contributing to academic moderation and quality assurance
- Collaborating with the teaching team to enhance learning and teaching practices

What you will bring You are an experienced project management professional or academic who is passionate about sharing knowledge and helping others succeed. You bring practical expertise, strong communication skills and a commitment to creating an engaging, supportive learning environment for students studying online.





To succeed in this role, you will need:

- A postgraduate qualification in project management or a closely related discipline, with a Master's qualification preferred
- Relevant industry experience in project, program or portfolio management
- Demonstrated experience leading, managing or contributing to complex projects
- Experience teaching, facilitating, mentoring or training adult learners in higher education, professional education or industry settings
- Robust interpersonal and communication skills, with a commitment to student engagement and learning outcomes
- Evidence of effective teaching practice, such as student evaluation results, peer reviews, teaching awards or examples of innovative teaching approaches

Previous university-level teaching experience in project management, professional certifications such as PMP®, PRINCE2® or Agile, and experience in online or blended learning environments is not essential but will be highly regarded.

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant. That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more. And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed.

We are committed to educational excellence, innovation, and student success. Casual academics play an key role in helping us deliver industry-relevant learning experiences that prepare graduates to make meaningful contributions in their professions.

Your opportunity is

- A casual role teaching across our six-week terms, between 4-12 hours a week (all duties)
- Hourly rates are paid in accordance with the University’s Enterprise Agreement and vary depending on duties performed and qualifications.



More information on online facilitation rates can be found here.

For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University? Be more with Southern Cross University today

We welcome applications from experienced academics and suitably qualified industry professionals who are passionate about developing the next generation of project leaders. If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Dr Sharen Nisbet, Course Coordinator, Master of Project Management

Phone: [07 5589 3052](tel:07 5589 3052)

Email: [email protected]

Applications close 11.30pm AEST Monday 9 November 2026.

Eligible applicants must have Australian or New Zealand citizenship, Australian permanent residency or current working rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter. The cover letter must clearly address:

- Your project management expertise and industry experience.
- Teaching experience and areas of subject matter expertise.
- Availability for casual teaching engagements.
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluation summaries, peer review reports, teaching awards, or equivalent evidence), if applicable.

Information to support you to prepare your application is available on our website. Expressions of interest will be retained and reviewed as teaching requirements arise throughout the year. Southern Cross University celebrates the rich diversity of our regions and international community. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and values people of all backgrounds. We encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, ages, languages, sexual orientations, and people with disabilities.

We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to our recruitment process to ensure every candidate can fully participate. For any support through the recruitment process reach out to [email protected].

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