• Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education and Student Experience)
• This is a full-time, fixed-term position through to April 2028 with salary in the range $100,554.29 - $109,496.46 (HEW 7), plus a generous super allowance of up to 17%.
• This unique opportunity invites a forward-thinking learning designer with academic language experience and a student-centred approach to collaborate with academic experts and influence the entire student journey through diverse programs, leading blended learning innovation across UQ.
• Highly collaborative on-campus opportunity contributing to the strategic English Language Proficiency (ELP) initiative by managing multiple projects and balancing strategic vision with practical academic and digital limitations.
• Based at our St Lucia campus

About This Opportunity

We are seeking a highly innovative and experienced Learning Designer to champion the enhancement of teaching quality within the faculty by partnering with academic staff to design engaging curriculum, assessments, and active, flexible pedagogies. Reporting to the Strategic Lead, Academic Language Development, you will be instrumental in the English Language Proficiency (ELP) Strategic Program Enhancement initiative, directly collaborating with program convenors and course coordinators to embed impactful learning opportunities within and beyond program curricula across UQ.

Key responsibilities will include:

Advance Blended Learning & Technology Integration

• Lead the uptake, design, development, and evaluation of learning technologies, resources, and pedagogies in blended environments for faculty across UQ, applying specialist knowledge to learning design systems and protocols.

Advise & Develop Online Learning Solutions

• Consult with university teaching and management staff on the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of effective online learning resources that enhance student learning and contribute to the design of pedagogical tools and templates based on feedback.

Drive Pedagogical Advancement & Collaboration

• Engage with senior stakeholders and subject matter experts to advance pedagogical outcomes across university programs and collaborate on curriculum projects that enhance student experience and language development.

Manage Learning Design Projects & Professional Development

• Plan and lead internal learning design projects, coordinating resources and defining project scope, and design and deliver presentations and training, while also identifying and coordinating professional development opportunities.

About You

Essential

• Relevant degree with at least four years' experience in developing online learning resources (or equivalent), coupled with a strong understanding of educational technology's potential and limitations, and best practices for student and teacher success.
• Advanced analytical skills with a proven ability to interpret complex information to identify issues and apply pedagogical theory and contemporary practice to develop innovative face-to-face and online learning solutions.
• Demonstrated expertise in using various learning platforms and associated software for the comprehensive design, development, implementation, and evaluation of online learning resources and environments.
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills with a proven ability to build strong collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders and a demonstrated commitment to meeting client needs effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to work iteratively and adapt to change, operating effectively both independently and collaboratively within a client-focused team, with experience in leading and developing high-performing teams and staff.

Desirable

• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: e.g. educational design, academic development, multimedia design, assessment.
• Experience teaching TESOL to adult students.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment, and may be required to complete background checks including, criminal history and education checks. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, 17% superannuation contributions, 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Access to flexible working arrangements including flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight.
• Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family.
• Cheap parking, On campus childcare and Salary packaging options, and UQ Study for Staff.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the 'About You' section
• Resume

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Christopher at [email protected]. For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Applications close Thursday 15 May 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number - R-49905). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 27 May 2025.

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don't meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

If you are a current employee (including casual staff and HDR scholars) or hold an unpaid/affiliate appointment, please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity. Please do NOT apply via the external job board.