Senior Lecturer: Child Development & Inclusive Education

Centre for Deliberative Democracy; Michigan; On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Canberra seeks a Senior Lecturer in Child Development to contribute to leadership and delivery of our Education programs, enriching curriculum and enhancing student engagement.

The role emphasizes innovative teaching, research, and professional activity within a dynamic academic environment. Requires a doctoral degree and a strong research track record in early childhood education and development.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated expertise in child psychology and child development from birth to 12 years.
• Strong research track record in child psychology and child development from birth to 12 years.
• Teaching qualifications in education or related area.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching in child development, inclusive education, classroom climate, and pedagogical foundations across modes.
• Lead and grow 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 (ER focus).
• Supervise doctoral and research masters’ students.
• Contribute to development of industry and community partnerships

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Academic writing

Research leadership

Education

Doctoral degree (EdD or PhD)

Job description

University of Canberra seeks a Senior Lecturer in Child Development to contribute to leadership and delivery of our Education programs, enriching curriculum and enhancing student engagement.

The role emphasizes innovative teaching, research, and professional activity within a dynamic academic environment. Requires a doctoral degree and a strong research track record in early childhood education and development.