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, focused learning experience with demonstrated improvement in student success. In 2024, Southern Cross University placed 100th in the world in the Times Higher Education Young University Ranking.

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

The Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) is seeking a skilled Digital Designer to help migrate and improve existing online course content across our learning environments. You’ll work with educators and digital learning specialists to build interactive, engaging content. Your core responsibilities will include:

• Translating and transitioning existing course materials into a new Learning Management System (LMS) environment (Blackboard Ultra) using tools like H5P and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Designing and building interactive, accessible digital learning resources, working closely with faculty and College staff and the Educational Designers team.
• Supporting the Centre for Teaching and Learning with quality assurance and design advice, while liaising with academics and project teams to enhance student learning outcomes.
• Applying Universal Design for Learning principles (UDL) to enhance student engagement and progression.

About you

You’re a digital design professional with a strong foundation in instructional design and a passion for creating engaging, student-centred learning experiences. You thrive in collaborative environments and know how to work creatively within the boundaries of a LMS, balancing innovation with practicality, enjoying the challenge of transforming complex content into clear, accessible online materials that support student success.

More specifically, you will have:

• A relevant qualification and experience developing learning resources in a tertiary education setting, or equivalent.
• Skilled in using multimedia and educational technologies, with a sound understanding of online design and learning principles.
• Strong attention to detail and familiarity with quality assurance practices in higher education.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders and support enhancements to learning content.
• A positive, proactive attitude and experience with interactive learning tools.

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, fixed term (12 months)
• Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, or Lismore, NSW 2480.
• HEW Level 5. The base salary ranges from $80,737 - $89,717 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $104,968.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Application requirements

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description 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 unrestricted work rights in Australia for the entire duration of the appointment. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Further information

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Name: Brett McLennan, Manager Digital Learning/Project and Change Manager

Email: [email protected]

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, 20 August 2025

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and may be invited to interview prior to the position close date. For this reason, we recommend you register your interest by submitting your application as soon as possible.

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.

Together, we are Transforming Tomorrow.