About this Opportunity

Continuing, Full-Time

School of Education and the Arts

CQUniversity Rockhampton, Cairns, Mackay, Bundaberg, Gladstone or Townsville (Relocation support available)

Lecturer (Level B) Total Remuneration $134,885 to $157,870 pa (including salary of $113,980 to $133,403 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Senior Lecturer (Level C) Total Remuneration $162,470 to $184,987 pa (including salary of $137,290 to $156,317 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

One position available at either Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level in Geography, depending on the successful candidate’s skills and experience. Please indicate your preferred level in your application.

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

The School of Education and the Arts delivers high-quality teaching, research and community engagement across education, humanities and the creative arts, shaping the future of learners locally, nationally and globally. We lead innovative programs, foster industry connections and support students through dynamic, multi-modal delivery. Learn more about our Geography courses and how they form a key part of our teaching and research portfolio.

In this role, you will contribute to the teaching, research and service activities of the School. This includes developing and delivering foundation and profession-focused units, engaging in quality research and scholarly activity, and supporting students across undergraduate, honours and postgraduate levels. Depending on your experience, you may also take on leadership in curriculum development, course coordination, research projects or supervision responsibilities.

We are seeking a motivated academic who is passionate about advancing Geography. The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm for innovative teaching, a collaborative approach to research and scholarship, and the ability to build strong connections with students, colleagues, industry and community partners. Join us to inspire the next generation of learners and contribute to strengthening the University’s profile in Geography.

Be Rewarded

17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)

6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)

10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave

7.25 hours engaged service leave

Fantastic professional and career development opportunities

Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave

Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements - Lecturer

Completion of a postgraduate qualification or equivalent in the field of Geography, Environmental Science or a closely related discipline.

Teaching qualification or willingness to complete a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching / Education.

Experience teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students, using multi-modal delivery strategies.

Proven research record with recent publications and ability to contribute to the School’s research program.

Position Requirements - additional for Senior Lecturer

Possession of a PhD in Geography, Environmental Science or a closely related discipline.

Experience in team leadership and mentoring junior academic staff.

Ability to develop engaging teaching materials and effectively collaborate with industry and community partners.

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description on the CQUniversity Careers Site.

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Wednesday, 8 October 2025

Job Requisition ID: 6404

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

Keywords: Urban Planning | Environmental Management | Climate Studies | Sustainability | Cartography | Environmental Policy | Natural Resource Management | Landscape Analysis | Human Geography | Climate Change | Conservation | Earth Systems | Regional Development | Field Research | Biodiversity | Environmental Science Research | Urban Studies | Higher Education | Research Supervision | Tertiary Teacher