EMPLOYMENT

School of Communication and Arts Two part-time, fixed-term positions for up to 3 years at Academic Level A or B Base salary will be in the range $82,057 - $136,048 (Level A) or $112,572 – 133,381 (Level B) 17% Superannuation Based at our St Lucia location About This Opportunity The School of Communication and Arts is seeking to appoint two outstanding individuals to join our team as Associate Lecturer (Level A) or Lecturer (Level B) in Communications. These part-time, fixed-term positions offer exciting opportunities to contribute to our dynamic teaching and research environment: Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Communications (Digital Media) – Part-time (70%), fixed-term for up to 3 years Associate Lecturer/Lecturer in Communications – Part-time (50%), fixed-term for up to 2 years We particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in any one or more of the following: media design; digital media platforms; intercultural communication; social media communication; communication research methods; strategic communications; and/or critical perspectives on digital media, power and society. The successful candidate will teach across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, conduct high-quality scholarship, foster engagement with external stakeholders and partners, and contribute to the collegial environment of the School and University. Key responsibilities will include, but not limited to: Teaching: Develop and deliver courses, engage in curriculum design, coordinate courses, assess students, provide academic counseling, and adhere to university teaching rules. Supervision and Researcher Development: Supervise student projects, recruit and manage employees, provide performance feedback and training, resolve conflicts, and ensure correct remuneration and benefits. Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values. These are teaching focused positions. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance . 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, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You Completion of a PhD or equivalent in Communications, Media Studies or a closely related field An emerging profile (Level A) or growing profile (Level B) in teaching with evidence of high-quality University teaching in Communications across a variety of settings with course coordination responsibilities. Ability to coordinate courses and contribute to the development and innovation of curricula and course material. An emerging record of supervision of student projects. Experience in internal service roles and an emerging profile (Level A) or growing profile (Level B) of professional expertise that complements the School. In addition to the above, for appointment at Level B: Ability to develop curricula and design effective learning materials and assessment tasks Evidence of ability to supervise student projects to successful completion Active contributions to external service activities. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? To discuss these roles, please contact Associate Professor Ted Nannicelli at t.nannicelli@uq.edu.au . For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number in the subject line. Want to Apply? All applicants must supply the following documents: Cover letter addressing the "About You" section above Resume To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Careers portal by the job closing deadline. Applications received via other channels, including direct email, will not be accepted. Other Information 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 talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments. Applications close Sunday 10th August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-54441). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled shortly after.