• Deliver high quality teaching and research outcomes in our Criminology discipline
• $108,581 - $152,045 pa + 17% super + leave loading
• Full time, continuing role at our Toowoomba or Ipswich campus
• To be considered for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia.

Are you an experienced criminology academic who is passionate about inspiring the next generation of criminology professionals? The University of Southern Queensland’s (UniSQ) School of Law and Justice is seeking a dedicated Lecturer or Senior Lecturer (Criminology) to join their team at either our Toowoomba or Ipswich campus.

The criminology discipline within our School of Law and Justice teaches into the Associate Degree of Criminology and Criminal Justice, and the Bachelor of Arts criminology major and extended major. Building on our reputation of delivering current and critical teachings within criminal justice, we are developing a Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice degree, with majors in criminal justice and corrections. You will have a significant role in helping to shape this degree.

This is your chance to shape the future of criminology education and research while working in a supportive and innovative environment.

What you’ll do

Reporting to the Head of School and Dean (Law and Justice), you will:

• Teach and Inspire: Drawing on your excellent disciplinary knowledge in criminology you will deliver engaging lectures that captivate and challenge students, integrating best practices and contemporary digital technologies.
• Conduct Research: Lead and collaborate on impactful research projects, producing high-quality outputs and securing external research funding.
• Mentor Students: Supervise honours and postgraduate research students, guiding them to successful and timely completions.
• Collaborate: Work with colleagues across disciplines to enhance learning and teaching quality and contribute to the School's research agendas.

This role offers the opportunity to be appointed as either a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer, depending on your qualifications and experience.

What will help you succeed

• A doctoral or master’s qualification in criminology or a related field.
• Demonstrated teaching and research expertise in criminology.
• Experience in delivering engaged and reflective teaching approaches.
• Proven ability to engage in collaborative research and secure research funding.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.

What we offer:

• A supportive and inclusive teaching and research environment.
• A chance to work alongside experts in the field and make a difference.
• Generous superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements to maintain positive work/life balance.
• Fit and Well Corporate Program which includes gym membership.

Join us in shaping the future of criminology education and research at UniSQ. Apply today and be part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence and innovation!

For a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Professor Jonathan Crowe, Head of School and Dean (Law and Justice), on +61 7 4631 1529 or email [email protected].

The University offers a range of different ways of working and connecting across our physical and virtual spaces to meet the needs of our students, partners and community. We value diversity and strive to foster an inclusive environment that is underpinned by our values and champions, embraces and respects differences.

We support and encourage applications from all diversity groups. With an increasingly diverse workforce, we understand that careers may be placed on hold or limited throughout many life circumstances. We recognise the importance of considering achievement relative to opportunity and encourage you to outline factors such as career breaks, gender, family, or other factors which may have resulted in a limited career progression.

Find out more about UniSQ at www.unisq.edu.au.

To be considered for this position, you must have the right to work in Australia.

Reference No: 0063_03/25

Term: Full time continuing appointment (37.5 hours/week)

Location: Toowoomba or Ipswich campus

Salary:

• Level B - Total remuneration range $128,506 to $151,889 pa (includes salary range of $108,581 to $128,339 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)
• Level C - Total remuneration range $156,562 to $179,946 pa (includes salary range of $132,287 to $152,045 pa, employer superannuation contributions of 17% of salary and annual leave loading)

Closes: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 at 11:30 pm (AEST)

At UniSQ we are united by our core values of Respect, Integrity and Excellence, which guide our daily actions and decision-making.

If you know that this role is right for you, please submit your current resume together with a two-page (maximum) statement, outlining your skills and experience relative to ‘Who we’re looking for’ in the position description.

For more information on our selection process please refer to your recruitment journey available on our website.