Principal Learning Designer

The University of Queensland; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% super

Flexibile & hybrid work

On‑campus childcare

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing programs

Parental leave up to 26 weeks

Discounted staff study

Job summary

The University of Queensland, based at the St Lucia Campus, invites applications for a Principal Learning Designer. The role oversees educational technology adoption and pedagogical practice across the School of Economics, shaping curriculum, authentic assessment and flexible learning experiences.

You will lead projects, collaborate with academic staff, and support learning design across online, blended and on‑campus formats to improve teaching quality and student outcomes.

Qualifications

• A degree with at least four years of subsequent relevant experience in learning design, educational development, curriculum design, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
• Experience using contemporary Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard or Moodle at a designer, administrator or advanced user level.
• Proven ability to lead learning design projects, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Providing leadership in the dissemination of educational technology and pedagogical expertise across the school.
• Working collaboratively with academic colleagues to design, develop, implement and evaluate innovative curriculum, assessment and learning experiences across online, blended and face-to-face environments.
• Advising and supporting academic staff in the effective application of learning design principles, e-learning technologies and contemporary teaching practices.
• Identifying, promoting and embedding innovative approaches to teaching and learning that enhance the student experience and improve educational outcomes.

Skills

Learning design leadership

Educational technology

Stakeholder engagement

Curriculum design

Teaching & learning

Education

Degree in related field

Tools

Blackboard

Moodle

Job description

School of Economics within the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law. Full-time (100%) continuing position. Base salary will be in the range $106,709.01 - $116,198.52 + 17% super (HEW Level 7). Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus.

About This Opportunity

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Principal Learning Designer to support academic staff across the School of Economics in designing engaging curriculum, authentic assessment, and active and flexible learning experiences that enhance teaching quality and student success. Working under broad direction and reporting to the School Manager, you will partner with academic colleagues and key stakeholders to champion contemporary pedagogical practice, drive the effective use of educational technologies, and contribute to a collaborative and purposeful culture focused on creating meaningful learning outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing leadership in the dissemination of educational technology and pedagogical expertise across the school.
• Working collaboratively with academic colleagues to design, develop, implement and evaluate innovative curriculum, assessment and learning experiences across online, blended and face-to-face environments.
• Advising and supporting academic staff in the effective application of learning design principles, e-learning technologies and contemporary teaching practices.
• Identifying, promoting and embedding innovative approaches to teaching and learning that enhance the student experience and improve educational outcomes.
• Provide support to professional and academic staff in developing and reviewing course profiles.
• Provide support to monitor, develop and review assessment items for courses in the School in order to ensure quality and policy compliance.
• Support the Director of Teaching and Learning in the collection of data that can be used for program reviews or other teaching and learning outcomes.
• Support the School during the design of new teaching programs and courses, and the review of existing teaching programs and courses.
• Develop skills and knowledge that can allow the School of Economics to be better strategically positioned in the teaching market.
• Collect information on the School programs and how they are interconnected.

About You

• A degree with at least four years of subsequent relevant experience in learning design, educational development, curriculum design, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education.
• Demonstrated understanding of how students learn, with experience developing innovative learning, teaching and assessment approaches across online, blended or classroom environments.
• Experience using contemporary Learning Management Systems such as Blackboard or Moodle at a designer, administrator or advanced user level.
• Proven ability to lead learning design projects, manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• A self-driven and proactive approach, with the ability to work autonomously, identify opportunities and engage with stakeholders to understand their needs and develop tailored learning solutions.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships and provide strategic and practical advice on pedagogical and educational technology matters.
• Experience developing learning resources, tools, templates or processes that enhance the quality and efficiency of teaching and learning.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development and collaboration with learning design colleagues across the University, contributing to a broader community of practice.

Benefits

• up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave
• 17% super
• 17.5% leave loading
• flexible and hybrid working options
• health and wellbeing programs
• a heavily discounted Study for Staff program
• on‑campus childcare
• affordable parking
• salary packaging

Other Information

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia, this may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. 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.

We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process.

Applications close Monday 14 September 2026 at 11.00pm AEST.

About UQ

The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, libraries, and cutting‑edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programmes and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.