Associate Professor of Criminology
Associate Professor of Criminology
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Job Description
Shape the future of criminology education and research at the University of Newcastle.
The University of Newcastle ranked in the top 1 globally and top 40 for impact is dedicated to highquality education and research. We equip students to address realworld challenges serving over 36000 students across campuses in Newcastle the Central Coast Sydney and Singapore with a strong commitment to equity and social justice.
Our School of Law and Justice ranked among the worlds top 200 law schools is recognised for its innovative legal education impactful research and commitment to promoting social justice.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced academic leader to join our Criminology discipline at an exciting time. With an expanded teaching program launching in 2026 this is an opportunity to make a significant impact on the future direction of criminology education and research at the University of Newcastle. We are looking for someone who can lead with a commitment to excellence in both teaching and research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide educational leadership across all levels drive program development and innovation enhance student success and retention integrate industry partnerships into curricula and lead initiatives to continuously improve teaching quality and student learning outcomes.
- Lead and advance the Disciplines research strategy driving highquality internationally recognised research securing external funding fostering industry and government partnerships and mentoring earlycareer researchers
- Supervise HDR students providing mentorship and fostering a supportive research environment.
- Build meaningful connections with industry and community partners to support research and student outcomes.
This continuing fulltime position is based at our City Campus in the heart of Newcastles CBD (Awabakal and Worimi land).
Why This Role
- Career Growth and Leadership:Develop your leadership skills as a senior member of our Criminology discipline. You will be supported with access to structured leadership training mentoring and professional development opportunities.
- Impactful Research: The University of Newcastles research agenda is designed to address the most pressing social issues. You will have the opportunity to lead highimpact research in criminology with the backing and resources to achieve national and international recognition.
- Leading Facilities: Work in NUspace our stateoftheart teaching and learning precinct in the heart of Newcastles CBD
- Newcastle Lifestyle Enjoy stunning beaches a thriving arts scene and a relaxed familyfriendly community with easy connectivity to Sydney and major capital cities.Visit theCity of Newcastlesite to imagine your future in Newcastle.
- Remuneration & Benefits:
- Salary:Academic Level D $172910 $190490 plus 17 superannuation.
- Relocation support including visa assistance for international candidates.
- Additional Perks:Extra leave staff discounts and more (see ourbenefits at a glance
About You
This role will suit an accomplished academic leader in Criminology who enjoys fostering a cooperative highperforming team environment and has a strong track record of driving excellence in research and teaching through effective mentoring and academic development. A detailed list of essential and desirable criteria is available in the position description.
- PhD (or equivalent) in Criminology or Law
- Strong research track record including success in securing external funding
- Skilled in mentoring researchers and supervising Honours Masters and HDR students
- Demonstrated teaching excellence with leadership in curriculum and program development
- Experience in industry and community engagement to enhance teaching and research
- Expertise in social justice gendered violence cybersecurity or forensic science is desirable
How to Apply
Please click Apply to be redirected to our website to review the full Position Description and submit your application.
Your application must include:
- Your ORCID ID.
- A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent).
- A Cover Letter and Statement (uploaded as a single PDF):
- Cover Letter (max. 1 page) outlining your interest in the role and providing referee details of 3 referees.
- Statement (max. 4 pages) addressing the Essential and Desirable Criteria as listed in the position description.
- Your CV (max. 5 pages) tailored to your discipline.
Applications Close: 7th May 2025 11:59pm (AEST)
You can find more details about our application process here.
Contact Us
Position Enquiries:For further information about this role please contact: Professor Belinda Bennett Head of School and Dean Schoolof Law and Justice or
Technical Support:Please contact .
Alternative pathways:If you require an alternative pathway for submitting your application please contact Jenny Newell Talent Acquisition Specialistor j.
** Please note we do not accept email applications.
The University of Newcastle is proud to be one of the first two Universities in Australia to achieveSAGE Athena Swan Silver Accreditationfor gender equity diversity and inclusion (GEDI).
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal Darkinjung Birpai Worimi Wonnarua and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.
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Required Experience:
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Employment Type
Full-Time
