Senior Lecturer – Primary Teacher Education

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 172,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Parental leave

Employer paid superannuation

Salary packaging

Incremental progression

Course discounts

Health insurance discount

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Western Australia invites applications for a Senior Lecturer – Primary Teacher Education. This tenurable, full-time role contributes to course coordination and develops new units and courses in the Graduate School of Education.

You will lead curriculum innovation, oversee unit coordination, support postgraduate education, and engage in world-class research to advance educational practice in Australia and beyond. Flexible working options are considered.

Qualifications

• Completed doctorate in Education or closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of teaching and course coordination in higher education, particularly primary teacher education.
• Evidence of knowledge of national policy and regulatory requirements in initial teacher education.
• Research profile with potential to secure grants.
• Engagement with external community, research, or professional bodies to advance knowledge/practice.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to course coordination and oversee design and development of new units/courses.
• Undertake unit/course coordination and contribute to curriculum innovation and postgraduate education courses.
• Engage in world-class research and support strategic initiatives of the University and School.

Skills

Teaching experience

Course coordination

Research engagement

Education

Doctorate in Education

Job description

Senior Lecturer – Primary Teacher Education

• The University of Western Australia
• Australia, WA
• Aug 7, 2026

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Contribute to educating the next generation of teachers.
• Expand your leadership capabilities.
• Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis, flexible working options considered.
• Base salary range: Level C, $149,909 – $172,441 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Education has been a keystone of the University of Western Australia for 100 years. Today, the Graduate School of Education maintains a tradition of excellence while taking on the challenges of developing educational practices for both global and local needs. The School attracts the highest quality academic, research and professional staff who work collaboratively with talented educators to positively impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learners. The Graduate School of Education has an ambitious strategic plan that identifies excellence in research, innovative teaching and learning practices as well as external engagement. These are central to its vibrancy, growth and sustainability and underpin its determination to strengthen our reputation and contribute to a workforce that is future-focused, able to respond to new pedagogies, and contribute to our research profile.

About the opportunity

• Contribute to course coordination and oversee the design and development of new units / courses.
• Undertake unit / course coordination and contribute to curriculum innovation and postgraduate education courses.
• Engage in world-class research and actively support the strategic initiatives of the University and School.

About you

• A completed doctorate in the field of Education or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of teaching and course coordination in higher education, in particular primary teacher education.
• Evidence of a high level of knowledge of national policy and regulatory requirements in initial teacher education.
• A research profile commensurate with the expectations of the role, with evidence of potential to secure internal and/or external grants.
• Evidence of engagement with the external community, research and/or professional bodies to advance knowledge and/or practice in the field of Education.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and WA Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 13 September 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

• Flexible working options.
• Generous paid leave including parental leave.
• Up to 17% employer paid superannuation.
• Salary packaging available.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
• Up to 25% discount on eligible UWA full-fee courses.
• Discounted health insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

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