Teaching Fellow - Education & Academic Practice

Torrens University Australia Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Torrens University Australia invites applications for a Teaching Fellow – Education and Academic Practice. You will contribute to high-quality teaching across postgraduate Education and Academic Practice programs, supporting student engagement and success with inclusive, student-centred learning.

You'll lead innovation in AI-enabled teaching, data-informed practice and contemporary learning design, empowering educators to shape the future of higher education across on-campus and online

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification in Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary Education or qualification in Education, Inclusive Education, Educational Leadership or a closely related discipline.
• PhD (completed or in progress) is highly regarded.
• Experience teaching in higher education, particularly within postgraduate Education and Academic Practice programs, with a focus on student engagement and inclusive teaching.

Responsibilities

• Create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and support student success.
• Embrace innovative technologies and AI-enabled approaches in teaching.
• Use feedback and learning analytics to continuously improve teaching.
• Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to enhance learning and address challenges.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous environments.

Skills

Higher education teaching

Student engagement

Inclusive teaching

Academic Practice

Education

Teaching qualification (Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary)

Qualification in Education/Inclusive Education/Educational Leadership

PhD (completed or in progress)

Tools

Learning technologies

Digital tools

AI in education

Job description

Education & Academic Practice Teaching Fellow | School of Education and Community Wellbeing | Full-time | Torrens University Australia

Help shape the future of higher education. At Torrens University Australia, we're redefining what learning looks like. We're building a new cohort of Teaching Fellows - innovative, student-focused academics who are passionate about creating engaging learning experiences and helping shape the next generation of teaching and learning. This is more than a teaching role. You'll join a team leading the evolution of higher education through student-centred learning, AI-enabled teaching, digital innovation, and contemporary learning design.

Why this role? This role has been created to strengthen Torrens University’s permanent academic workforce, supporting the delivery of flexible, high-quality, student-centred learning experiences across on-campus, online, hybrid and asynchronous learning environments, while enhancing student success and employability. We’re looking for educators who don’t simply teach, they innovate.

People who are excited by questions like:

• How can AI enhance learning?
• What does great online teaching look like?
• How can data and student feedback improve the learning experience?
• How do we prepare graduates for careers that don't yet exist?

About the role Teaching Fellow – Education and Academic Practice

As a Teaching Fellow, you’ll join the School of Education and Community Wellbeing, inspiring and supporting postgraduate students across our Education and Academic Practice portfolio. You’ll contribute to high-quality teaching and learning across Postgraduate Initial Teacher Education and specialised Education and Academic Practice programs, supporting student engagement, academic achievement and success. You’ll foster inclusive, supportive and engaging learning environments that encourage critical thinking, professional growth and lifelong learning. Desirable areas of specialisation include Inclusive Education, Leadership and Innovation, and Inclusive Literacies, Educational with a strong commitment to social justice, equity and inclusion across all areas of teaching practice. With social justice, inclusion and meaningful change at the heart of our teaching philosophy, you’ll empower educators and professionals to challenge existing practices, embrace diversity, advocate for equity and drive positive change across educational and professional contexts.

What you'll be doing - review Job description for full details

We're looking for educators who… Put students first: You create inclusive, engaging learning experiences and genuinely care about helping every student succeed. Embrace innovation: You're curious about new technologies, confident experimenting with AI and digital tools, and willing to rethink traditional approaches to teaching. Use evidence to improve: You seek feedback, use learning analytics and continuously refine your teaching based on what works. Collaborate: You enjoy working with colleagues across disciplines to improve learning, share ideas, and solve challenges together. Thrive in change: You're adaptable, resilient, and excited by working in a dynamic, digitally evolving higher education environment.

This is a full-time permanent position located at either Surry Hills Sydney, or Flinders Street, Melbourne Campuses.

What you'll bring

A Teaching qualification in either Early Childhood, Primary or Secondary Education or qualification in Education, Inclusive Education, Educational Leadership or a closely related discipline. A PhD (completed or in progress) is highly regarded.

Demonstrated experience teaching in higher education, particularly within postgraduate Education and Academic Practice programs, with a strong commitment to student engagement, inclusive teaching practices and supporting student success.

Demonstrated contemporary professional and/or academic experience in the education sector, with expertise in one or more areas such as Inclusive Education, Educational Leadership and Innovation, Inclusive Literacies, Neurodiversity, Social Justice, Educational Research, Academic Practice, Advocacy or Educational Change.

A strong commitment to equity, inclusion and driving meaningful change in educational and professional contexts is highly desirable.

Strong facilitation skills across online and face-to-face learning environments in Higher Education

Experience using learning technologies and digital tools to enhance teaching

Confidence using, or enthusiasm for adopting, AI-enabled approaches in education

Experience designing engaging learning and assessment activities

A student-centred approach to teaching and learning

Strong communication and collaboration skills

A growth mindset and commitment to continuous professional learning

Why join Torrens?

Join an institution committed to transforming education through innovation, technology and exceptional student experiences. You'll help shape the future of higher education while working alongside innovative educators committed to student success.

Applications close: 10th December 2026

We will be reviewing applications as they are received. Interviews are expected to commence in early December 2026, with successful candidates anticipated to commence on 18th January 2027.

Application Process: Review > Interview(s) > Reference & Background Checks > Offer

Should you have accessibility requirements or needs please contact [e-mail] for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier free application process as we have a Reasonable Adjustment Procedure in place to support you through the recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [e-mail].

About Us

As the country’s newest and fastest- growing university, Torrens University Australia brings a fresh approach to higher education. Working with us is all about working alongside over 2000 professionals passionate about career and purpose. Our staff across our campuses and head office are united by our central ethos to Be Good – by committing to a better way of doing business. We embrace diversity and inclusion of our staff and are committed to the attraction, retention and development of all people and support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and gender identification.

https://www.torrens.edu.au/about/careers-with-us