Senior Lecturer in Technology in Education

01 Flinders University; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 141,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Flinders University invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Technology in Education, based at Bedford Park. You will lead the design, delivery and ongoing enhancement of contemporary Education curricula, with a particular focus on Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Education across multiple programs and study modes.

The role provides academic leadership in curriculum development, teaching innovation and student success.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in Technology and/or Artificial Intelligence in Education.
• Experience in curriculum design, coordination and educational innovation.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and improvement of Education curriculum with a focus on Technology and AI in Education across a range of programs and study modes.
• Drive innovation in learning through emerging educational technologies, evidence-based pedagogy and student-centred approaches that enhance learning outcomes.
• Provide academic leadership through topic and course coordination, mentoring students and colleagues, and championing best practice in teaching and curriculum development.
• Build strong partnerships across industry, professional bodies and the broader community while contributing to accreditation, compliance, international initiatives and graduate employability outcomes.

Job description

Position Details Full-Time | Continuing position Academic Level C | $141,370 - $162,619 Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country View

Position Description

About the Role Join Flinders University as a Senior Lecturer in Technology in Education and play a leading role in shaping the future of teacher education through innovative teaching practices, emerging technologies, and artificial intelligence. This Teaching Specialist position is focused on delivering excellence in teaching and learning across Initial Teacher Education and Ongoing Professional Education programs, while providing academic leadership in curriculum development, educational innovation, and student success. Working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, you will influence the next generation of educators and contribute to the University’s strategic vision of educational excellence and impact. In this role, you will:

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of contemporary Education curriculum, with a particular focus on Technology and Artificial Intelligence in Education across a range of programs and study modes.
• Drive innovation in learning and teaching by leveraging emerging educational technologies, evidence-based pedagogy and student-centred approaches that enhance learning outcomes.
• Provide academic leadership through topic and course coordination, mentoring students and colleagues, and championing best practice in teaching and curriculum development.
• Build strong partnerships across industry, professional bodies and the broader community while contributing to accreditation, compliance, international initiatives and graduate employability outcomes.
• This position makes a significant contribution to the University’s strategic plan to changing 10 million lives, Every One Matters, by 2035, through directly contributing to the Strategic Driver of Student Centricity by delivering innovative, technology-enhanced learning experiences that support student success and graduate outcomes.

About You

You are a passionate and innovative educator with a strong background in teacher education and a commitment to delivering exceptional student learning outcomes. You bring contemporary expertise in educational technologies and emerging approaches to teaching and learning, combined with a collaborative mindset and the ability to provide academic leadership. Equally comfortable working with students, colleagues and external partners, you thrive in environments that value innovation, excellence and continuous improvement. To be successful in this position, you will:

• Possess demonstrated expertise in Technology and/or Artificial Intelligence in Education, with the ability to deliver engaging teaching and learning experiences across higher education programs.
• Bring a strong track record of curriculum design, coordination and continuous improvement, underpinned by contemporary pedagogical practice and educational innovation.
• Demonstrate excellent communication and relationship-building skills, enabling effective collaboration with students, colleagues, professional bodies and external stakeholders.
• Show a commitment to academic excellence, continuous professional development and leadership in learning and teaching within a university environment.

College of Human Sciences and Culture

The College of Human Sciences and Culture brings together expertise across education, psychology, social work, humanities, arts, and social sciences to advance human understanding and address the complex challenges facing individuals, communities, and societies. Through world-class teaching, impactful research, and interdisciplinary collaboration, we inspire new ways of thinking, foster human development and cultural understanding, and empower graduates to create meaningful change in a rapidly evolving world.

Life at Flinders

They say know your place. We say you've found it right here. Flinders University was founded on the belief that learning should open minds, celebrate individuality and give people the freedom to pursue their own point of view. That spirit lives on in our community of thinkers, doers and changemakers who challenge convention, and each other, to shape what comes next. Rising to a challenge is nothing new for Flinders. During our first 60 years, we’ve navigated revolutionary changes in social and cultural norms, and have responded to transformative economic, environmental and technological developments. Through it all, we’ve continued to deliver for our students and community, innovating in learning and research to prepare graduates for the changing world they help create. Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

Why work at Flinders?

17% Superannuation + salary packaging options Flexible working arrangements Awarded the AHEIA Higher Education Award for Workplace Culture Excellence due to our commitment to wellbeing through our Thriving@Flinders staff wellbeing program Wide range of professional development activities and services, including exclusive staff study offers We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff, as shown through our three SAGE Cygnet Awards. Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia). Recognised as a Veteran Employer of Choice Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy.

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

Appointment to this role is conditional on the completion of required pre-employment checks and declarations, each of which must be satisfactory to the University. Including: Flinders University will require a current completed Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and Gender Based Violence Declaration which is satisfactory to the University. The contract of Employment is conditional upon the receipt of these completed compliance checks. A disclosable outcome will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies. Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy.

Flinders. Fearless. Flinders University is a globally focused, locally engaged institution with a reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research. Students are at the heart of Flinders – we’re focused on supporting their exceptional learning experience and equipping them with the skills to succeed in life beyond study. Our touchstone is that university life is enjoyable and enriching for all students, and our campuses are energising places for our staff.