Education Lecturers

About The Team

Join one of Murdoch Universitys most established Schools known for its diverse student base and excellence in teaching and research. The School of Education leads innovative work in educational assessment curriculum design STEAM education and pedagogies for social justice.

We offer a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Teacher Education including masters and doctoral degrees delivered both locally and internationally.

Our team thrives in a collaborative collegial environment with strong national and global partnerships and deep connections to local schools communities and professional bodies. Were committed to research that is rigorous relevant and impactful developing critically reflective educators with strong theoretical foundations.

In 2023 the school became part of the College of Health and Education fostering cross-disciplinary collaboration across Nursing Psychology Counselling and Exercise Science.

Your New Role!

We are currently inviting applications for four academic positions in Education: Two Lecturers one Senior Lecturer and one Associate professor.

As our newest passionate educatorwhether as a Lecturer Senior Lecturer or Associate Professoryou will contribute to high-quality teaching impactful research and meaningful service within the School of Education.

• Lecturer (Level B): You will support the teaching efforts of the Discipline through lectures tutorials and other learning activities. You will supervise honours and postgraduate students contribute to scholarly research and professional expertise in your field and perform a range of administrative and service functions within the College and across the University.

• Senior Lecturer (Level C): You will actively contribute to the schools strategic development with a particular focus on the domestic regeneration strategy. This includes curriculum development and coordination and engagement with schools and pipeline partners. You will teach conduct research supervise PhD students and foster internal and external collaborations with a strong emphasis on building and maintaining networks and relationships.

• Associate Professor (Level D): You will demonstrate academic excellence through high-quality research with national and/or international impact. You will contribute significantly to postgraduate supervision and play a leadership role in university administration. This position requires strong engagement with industry and external stakeholders to advance the interests of the Discipline and the University. You will also make a substantial contribution to teaching activities within the school and to broader College and professional initiatives.

Please refer to the Position Description below for each role:

• Lecturer

• Senior Lecturer

• Associate Professor

What We Offer You!

All roles are offered on a continuous full-time basis (37.5 hours per week) and come with a competitive remuneration of:

• Lecturer: $111K 131K (pro-rata)

• Senior Lecturer: $135K 156K (pro-rata)

• Associate Professor: $162K 179K (pro-rata)

• Plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.

Please note: While these positions are offered as full time we are open to considering fractional appointments and warmly welcome expressions of interest for continuous part-time teaching roles.

Youll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) awarded in 2025 reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA inclusion equity and creating a safe welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear confident leadership we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance our staff enjoy a vibrant natural campus with world-class facilities along with a variety of benefits including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 January 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase!

• Flexible work arrangements

• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

• Indigenous Language Allowance

• Salary packaging options such as purchasing leave gym membership car parking permit

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-campus services and facilities such as a Childcare Centre Gym Vet Hospital and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information check out our benefits and services page!

Join us!

Please apply online via the Apply Now button along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A two-page cover letter stating the position you are Appling for addressing the selection criteria(refer to the Position Description) and outlining teaching and research expertise in one or moreof the following areas: Mathematics Science (Primary/Secondary) Inclusive and Special NeedsEducation Health and Physical Education Pedagogy Curriculum Development or Post-GraduateResearch.

• Your most recent resume (CV)

Applicants seeking a fractional appointment are encouraged to include their preferred FTE and working arrangements in their application.

What youll bring to the role:

• A doctoral qualification (PhD or Ed.D) in a relevant discipline. Well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary and collegial team.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary and collegial teams.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English with a demonstrated ability to convey complex ideas clearly.

• Outstanding organisational problem-solving and time management abilities that support and enhance academic responsibilities.

Please refer to the specific job description for detailed information on responsibilities and criteria related to the Level B or Level C or Level D role.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements duties skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.

Please see theApplicant Guidefor more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Peter Whipp Dean of Education and quote JR104388 - Lecturer JR104389 - Senior Lecturer JR104404 Associate Professor as the reference.

Applications Close on 28 October 2025 (11:59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples women people with disability people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity promotes inclusion and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders women and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.