Lecturer - Sociology

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• Salary : $123,620 - $145,730 + 17% Super + Leave Loading
• Location : UNSW Kensington Campus (Hybrid Working)

This Job is based in Australia

• Salary : $123,620 - $145,730 + 17% Super + Leave Loading
• Location : UNSW Kensington Campus (Hybrid Working)

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters

A Lecturer is expected to carry out activities to develop their scholarly research and professional activities both nationally and internationally and to contribute significantly to achieving the teaching and service missions of the School and Faculty. The successful applicant will contribute to the School’s Sociology teaching program, including undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and supervision of Honours and Postgraduate research students.

The role of Lecturer reports to Head of School and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities Summary

• Demonstrate and continuously develop a well-defined teaching philosophy that inspires student learning.
• Conduct classes, assess student learning achievements and support students in postgraduate and undergraduate courses in line with UNSW policy.
• Initiate the development of experimental approaches to teaching and learning with the support of more senior academics.
• Manage course administration as Course Authority, including academic quality assurance.
• Engage in individual and / or collaborative research in a manner consistent with disciplinary practice.
• Create scholarly impact which is recognised by peers in the advancement of disciplinary knowledge.
• Conduct research / scholarly activities under limited supervision, either independently or as a member of a team (as per the norms of the discipline) and design research projects.
• Contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding (Cat 1-4) under the guidance of senior colleagues, including participating as co-investigator or chief investigator in competitive grant applications.

For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at

Skills And Experience Summary

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant area of study from a recognised institution and / or professional expertise and experience in a related field.
• A record of published research in Sociology or related social science field of study and a clearly articulated vision for future research trajectory.
• Ability to apply for research grants (CAT 1-4) and willingness to undertake such applications and to lead research projects.
• Ability to undertake supervision of honours and / or postgraduate research students, and a willingness to undertake postgraduate supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to teach into select Sociology courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and / or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and / or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. relevant discipline based curriculum design and development at a variety of levels and scales).
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or experience of work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership.

Benefits and Culture : People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world. Our benefits include :

• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How To Apply

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Click 'Apply now' to submit an online application (applications sent via email will not be accepted).

Please submit your CV along with a cover letter that addresses your suitability for the position in relation to the selection criteria (listed under ‘Skills & Experience’ in the PD).

A copy of the Position Description can be found on

APPLICATIONS CLOSE : 15 June, 2025 at 11 : 30pm.

Please Note

LinkedIn often displays the location of UNSW's jobs according to your profile preferences, however, this position must be based at UNSW's Kensington campus and will require regular on-site attendance.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Get In Touch

For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Consultant, UNSW :

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. Seniority level

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Research and Education
• Industries Higher Education and Research Services

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