About us

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

About the opportunity

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is seeking an Associate Professor or Professor of Educational Leadership. You will actively contribute to the Faculty through student centred teaching practice and development in teacher education, teaching improvement, professional experience and educational leadership. In this role you will also contribute to the research and scholarship of the teaching profile through publication and relevant community engagement. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Deliver high quality teaching and learning, educational design, and leadership in relevant areas.
• Enhance student experiences through student centred approaches, use of emerging learning technologies, and flexible delivery modes including face to face, blended, and online
• Develop and teach innovative curricula, contributing to both discipline specific and broader Faculty programs.
• Support Faculty research through high-quality publications, successful grant applications, and leadership in colleagues’ research activities.
• Engage in the scholarship of teaching by reflecting on practice and participating in professional development activities to inform teaching.
• Foster collaboration across Faculties, engage in community and professional activities, and contribute to the University’s profile and values.

About you

You will be passionate about student teaching and supporting student learning and have a keen interest in education research. More specifically, you will have:

• A PhD or Professional Doctorate in Educational Leadership, school/teacher improvement or relevant discipline along with an initial teacher education degree.
• Proven national or international research record in educational leadership, evidenced by publications in top tier peer reviewed journals, success in securing ARC or equivalent grants, and timely HDR completions.
• Demonstrated high-quality teaching outcomes, with evidence of leadership in course design and development.
• Exceptional leadership in educational development, guiding others and managing teams with intellectual leadership.
• Leadership experience in teaching, research, and community within the Education sector.

Desirable:

• Experience in research or leadership supporting outcomes for international students.
• Experience in designing, implementing and evaluating innovative work-integrated learning experiences for initial teacher education students

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Generous relocation support available.
• Academic Level E - Professor. The base salary is $207,573 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $242,860.

[The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience and may be considered at a Level D also.]

• The base salary for Academic Level D – Associate Professor ranges from $161,784 - $177,948 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $208,199.

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Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description for the level of the position you are applying for by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

This opportunity is open to Australian and international applicants. If the successful candidate requires visa sponsorship, the University will work with the appointee to support visa and travel requirements.

Further information

To view the full position advertisement and details of the application process, please click on the APPLY button where you will be redirected to the Southern Cross University website.

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 6 May 2025

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

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