Senior Lecturer In Child Development

Times Higher Education; Canberra; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Gym on campus

Medical services

Corporate health plan

Job summary

University of Canberra is seeking an innovative Senior Lecturer in Child Development to lead teaching and research efforts in the Faculty of Education. The role focuses on enriching curriculum development, fostering student engagement, and driving impactful teaching and scholarly activity within an inclusive academic environment.

You will deliver high-quality programs across face-to-face, online, and blended modes, supervise doctoral and masters students, and contribute to industry partnerships.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in education or a related field.
• Expertise in child psychology and development from birth to 12 years.
• Strong track record in teaching and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in child development, inclusive education, classroom climate, and pedagogy across face-to-face, online, and blended modes.
• Lead and grow a program of research in child psychology and development (birth to 12 years).
• Convene and design units informed by scholarly and professional expertise.
• Lead research projects, secure funding, and publish in high-impact journals.
• Supervise doctoral and research masters’ students.
• Contribute to industry and community partnerships.

Skills

Doctoral degree

Child development expertise

Curriculum development

Academic writing

Education

EdD/PhD

Job description

About us:

University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation, opportunity and a launchpad for a diverse cohort including first-in-family students and future leaders alike. If you are looking for a career that matters with a welcoming, values based, forward-thinking institution, come build your future with us.

About the role:

We are seeking an innovative and experienced academic to join our Faculty of Education as a Senior Lecturer in Child Development. The successful candidate will contribute to the leadership and delivery of our academic programs, bringing a deep understanding of early learning environments to enrich curriculum development, foster student engagement. This role offers the opportunity to engage in impactful teaching, research, and professional activities within a dynamic and supportive academic environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching in areas such as child development, inclusive education, classroom climate, and pedagogical foundations across face-to-face, online, and blended modes.
• Leading and growing a program of research in child psychology and child development (birth to 12 years),
• Convene and design units informed by scholarly and professional expertise.
• Lead research projects, secure funding, and publish in high-impact journals (for ER focused interest)
• Supervise doctoral and research masters’ students.
• Contribute to the development of industry and community partnerships

About you:

This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of educational psychology through innovative teaching and research. To be considered for this role, you will have:

• A doctoral degree (EdD or PhD) in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in child psychology and child development from birth to 12 years, working within early childhood or primary school contexts.
• Strong research track record in child psychology and child development from birth to 12 years.
• Teaching or professional qualifications in education or a related area.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching and curriculum development.
• Strong academic writing skills.
• Experience as an Early Childhood or Primary teacher, or extensive engagement with early learning contexts through research or professional practice.
• Commitment to excellence, equity, and impact in education.

Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:

The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our “Work at UC” site which includes:

• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)

University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Eligibility:

• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people.As such, the successful candidate will be required to havea current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.

For job specific information:

please contact Kate Highfield - Head of School - Teacher Education - [e-mail]

For recruitment and application questions:

please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email [e-mail]. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.

Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 22 Nov 2026