• Lead innovative HSIE & Humanities teaching across blended and online programs
• Drive nationally recognised research and supervise Honours and HDR students
• Influence curriculum, mentor colleagues and build strong school partnerships

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

At Southern Cross University, we do things differently, and so can you.

A career with us is more than you might expect. Yes, it’s about the heart, connectedness and community you’d hope for in a regional university.

Your opportunity 

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is a vibrant and collaborative community committed to preparing future educators through innovative teaching, impactful research and strong engagement with schools and communities. 

With a focus on student-centred learning and contemporary curriculum design, the Faculty delivers high-quality Initial Teacher Education programs across multiple disciplines and modes. 

We are seeking a Senior Lecturer in Education (HSIE and Humanities) to play a key leadership role in a growing curriculum area. 

This is a dual-focused position requiring expertise in Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) and History, alongside strong experience in primary Initial Teacher Education. 

The successful candidate will contribute primarily to the Bachelor of Education (Primary) while also supporting related Humanities offerings within the Faculty as part of the Bachelor of Arts double degree. 

This role offers the opportunity to shape curriculum, mentor colleagues, work collaboratively within an enthusiastic and expanding team, and make a meaningful contribution to teaching and scholarship in primary HSIE education at a national level. 

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering high-quality, student-centred teaching in Primary HSIE and Humanities, with a particular emphasis on History, across face to face, blended and online learning environments
• Teaching into Initial Teacher Education programs, particularly the Bachelor of Education (Primary), with a focus on preparing generalist primary teachers
• Leading and contributing to innovative curriculum design, implementation and evaluation aligned with the Australian Curriculum, accreditation requirements and University standards
• Contributing to the Faculty’s research profile through high-quality publications, emerging grant activity and supervision of Honours and HDR students
• Building and sustaining professional, community and sector partnerships that enhance teaching, research and engagement outcomes

What you will bring

You are an experienced and collegial academic with a strong commitment to primary teacher education, curriculum excellence and scholarly impact in HSIE and Humanities.

You thrive in collaborative environments, bring enthusiasm to teaching and mentoring, and are motivated to contribute to the Faculty’s teaching and research profile at a national level.   

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A PhD or Professional Doctorate in History, Human Society and Its Environment or a closely related Humanities discipline, together with an accredited Initial Teacher Education qualification
• Demonstrated excellence in tertiary teaching within Initial Teacher Education, including curriculum design and delivery using contemporary educational technologies across blended and online environments
• Strong knowledge of the Australian Curriculum, particularly Primary HSIE and History
• An established research and /or teaching scholarship profile appropriate to Level C, including publications and supervision of Honours and HDR students
• Proven leadership experience in teaching, research and professional practice, including mentoring colleagues and contributing to collaborative academic teams
• While not essential, experience or willingness to be involved in Professional Experience partnerships is desirable

Why Southern Cross University

SCU is proudly a regional university, young, small and vibrant.

That means you’ll find more exposure, opportunity and ownership - to grow, achieve and build a career that means more.

And you’ll do it alongside passionate people and leaders who go the extra mile to help you succeed. 

A career with us is about more than just work. It’s about place, community and the life you want to live.

With three main campuses at the Gold Coast, Coffs Harbour and the Northern Rivers region of NSW, we’re integral to all these wonderful communities.

Find your place and be more in this beautiful part of the world.

Your opportunity is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at either Gold Coast, QLD 4225, Lismore, NSW 2480, or Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450. Relocation assistance is available, making it easier to join our regional communities.
• ACAD Level C. The base salary ranges from $139,568 - $160,473 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $187,753.

You will enjoy a range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, growth and work-life balance.

For more information on our benefits and what it’s like to work at SCU, visit Why work at Southern Cross University?

Be more with Southern Cross University today

Southern Cross University values potential as much as experience. 

If you do not meet all the listed requirements but are excited about the role and confident you can contribute, we encourage you to apply or reach out for more information.

Name: Aspa Baroutsis

Email: Aspa.Baroutsis@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEST 2 March 2026.

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