Associate Lecturer, Cultural Geography

Associate Lecturer Cultural Geography UNSW Canberra

Employment type: Fixed-term full-time 35 hours per week
Duration: 1-year parental leave cover
Remuneration: Level A step 6 (with PhD) from $113911 plus 17% super

Location: UNSW Canberra ADFA Campus

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nations Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful practical and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the universitys impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally as well as a proud member of Australias esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving facing challenges and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully youve found the right place.

At UNSW we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:
The School is home to a vibrant research community of cultural geographers producing groundbreaking research in cutting-edge theory qualitative methods and interdisciplinary research agendas.

The undergraduate geography program reflects this expertise across a range of human geography courses including Human Geographies of Environmental Change Social Geography Cultural Geography and Geographic Research Methods.

Who You Are (skills and experience):

• A PhD in a related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in and passion for teaching and learning design development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Experience engaging a diverse cohort of students and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake high quality academic research and conduct independent research with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated track record of publications and conference presentations relative to opportunity.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities by providing access to high-quality services facilities and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home flexible hours etc)
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions additional leave-loading paymentsand salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body Healthy Mind Healthy Places and HealthyCulture.

Eligibility:
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.

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

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Wednesday 23 July 2025 at 11:30pm including your CV and a 12-page cover letter addressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Get in Touch:

For recruitment process related queries please contact:
Holly Whale Talent Acquisition Consultant

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

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UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds those living with disabilities members of the LGBTIQ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.