Senior Lecturer in Law

Griffith Law School contributes to the Universitys culture and achievements through its own commitment to social justice and through offering a curriculum that is practical critical and global in outlook. Griffith Law School is home to internationally renowned scholars who are at the forefront of legal research and reform. Our legal research has been consistently recognised by the Australian Research Council as above world standard.

In 2024 the discipline of law at Griffith University was ranked 37th in the world and 2nd in Australia (2024 Academic Ranking of World Universities).

The Law School is seeking an experienced Senior Lecturer (Level C) to make significant contributions to high-quality teaching and to play a major role in scholarship research and/or professional activities with a particular interest in those with experience teaching Priestley 11 subjects including Criminal Law and Evidence.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the Universitys undergraduate postgraduate and professional program suite facilitating high quality student-centred learning activities consistent with Griffith Graduates of the Future strategy.
• Continuously improve teaching practice through professional development and critical reflection informed by a range of evaluation approaches.
• Inform the quality innovation currency and evidence-base of teaching and learning through scholarly activities commitments and outputs.
• Develop and implement evidence-based strategies that facilitate improved student retention employability and successful outcomes for students.
• Provide educational leadership to a discipline including responsibility for academic courses.
• Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through a balanced research portfolio of high-quality outputs that demonstrate impact.
• Undertake high quality research that may have measurable impact on policy and practice in the wider community and attract and generate competitive research funding.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the School/Department and Groups standing and reputation by promoting the educational and research activities with external communities.

This is a continuing full-time position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.  Griffith Universitys campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time base salary will be Academic Senior Lecturer (Level C) in the range $138702 - $159936 per annum plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $162281 - $187125 per annum.

Qualifications :

The successful candidate will have a doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and to engage students effectively.
• Proven ability to develop and implement innovative curriculum and teaching materials.
• Demonstrated experience in providing academic support and mentoring to students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and engagement in scholarly activities relevant to teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish quality research.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary projects.

Additional Information :

Why Griffith
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

How to apply
At Griffith were committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever youre from. If you require any accommodations we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the Qualifications section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Therese Wilson Head and Dean Griffith Law School at

For application support please contact People Services on 61 (0)and quote reference number REF9449F.

Closing date:  Sunday 22 February 2026. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time