• Lead teaching in Early Childhood across online and face to face modes
• Contribute to impactful research and supervise HDR students
• Build partnerships that support student success and innovation

Be Bold. Belong. Be More.

Your opportunity 

Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Education is a vibrant and collaborative community committed to disrupting and transforming education through innovative research, student-centred teaching, and meaningful engagement. 

With a global reputation for excellence in early childhood, sustainability, creativity and transdisciplinary education, the Faculty offers programs across early childhood, primary, secondary, higher education and research degrees. 

As a Senior Lecturer in Early Childhood Education and Care, you will play a leading role in enhancing the student experience, delivering high-quality curriculum, and contributing to the Faculty’s research profile. 

You’ll bring a strong foundation in academic leadership, a passion for developing future educators, and a commitment to impactful research and collaboration.

You will make an impact by:

• Leading and delivering innovative, research informed teaching across Early Childhood Education and Care programs
• Designing, implementing and evaluating inclusive engaging curriculum in online, blended and face to face modes
• Contributing to the Faculty’s research priorities through publications, collaboration, and supervision of Honours and HDR students
• Supporting the academic growth of early career colleagues and fostering a culture of excellence in teaching
• Building partnerships with education and community stakeholders to enhance student outcomes and graduate employability

What you will bring

You’re a passionate educator and researcher committed to transforming early childhood education and empowering the next generation of teachers.   

To succeed in this role, you will also need:

• A PhD or Professional Doctorate in Early Childhood Education and Care, or a closely related discipline, and an initial teacher education qualification
• Demonstrate excellence in tertiary level teaching, including curriculum development and delivery across diverse learning environments
• A developing or established track record of research or scholarship of teaching, including peer-reviewed publications and research supervision
• Experience in academic leadership, mentoring, or course coordination within a university setting
• A strong commitment to cultural inclusivity, equity, and student wellbeing across all aspects of learning and engagement

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: Wendy Boyd

Email: Wendy.Boyd@scu.edu.au

Applications close 11.30pm AEST 5 November 2025.

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