Associate Professor in Education

About us:
University of Canberra is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities. Our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a hub of innovation, opportunity and a launchpad for a diverse cohort including first-in-family students and future leaders alike. If you are looking for a career that matters with a welcoming, values based, forward-thinking institution, come build your future with us.
About the role:
With a long-standing reputation for innovation in teacher education, impactful partnerships with schools and education systems, and strong research performance, the Faculty of Education plays a critical role in preparing the next generation of educators and educational leaders.
The Faculty is seeking an outstanding academic leader with expertise in Educational Leadership and/or Educational Management to join our high-performing and nationally recognised Faculty.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced academic to contribute to teaching excellence, research impact, and professional leadership development across the education sector.
The successful candidate will provide academic leadership in educational leadership and educational management while making significant contributions to teaching, research, engagement and professional learning initiatives.
Key responsibilities:

• Provide academic leadership in educational leadership and educational management.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Maintain an active and impactful research program in educational leadership and/or educational management.
• Develop innovative curriculum and learning resources informed by contemporary research and practice.
• Lead and contribute to initiatives that strengthen professional learning for teachers, aspiring leaders and school leaders.
• Publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and contribute to the national and international research profile of the Faculty.
  About you:
• A doctoral qualification in Education or a closely related discipline.
• Recognised expertise in Educational Leadership and/or Educational Management.
• A strong track record of high-quality teaching and curriculum development in higher education.
• Evidence of scholarly achievement through publications, research impact and professional recognition.
• Demonstrated capacity to build productive partnerships with schools, education systems and professional bodies.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead academic initiatives, programs and collaborative projects.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
  Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
  The University offers excellent conditions and benefits which can be explored on our “Work at UC” site which includes:
• Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
• On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Early Childhood Education and Care facilities.
• Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
• Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
  University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032. UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodiversity and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
  Eligibility:
• Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
• The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, the successful candidate will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration.
  How to apply:
  Please apply with you CV and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability. Also, please ensure you take the time to align your CV with the Position Description requirements. We want to understand how your skills and experience relate to the position you are applying for.
  If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
  For job specific information: please contact Associate Professor Janet Smith, Executive Dean, Education on DeanofEducation@canberra.edu.au
  For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au. If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
  Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 22 Nov 2026