• Faculty of Health, Medicine and Behavioural Sciences 

• Full-time, continuing (permanent) position commencing ASAP  

• Base salary will be in the range $100,554 - $109,496 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) 

• Primarily based at our St Lucia campus with some work at our Herston campus

About This Opportunity  

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Principal Learning Designer to provide support to academic staff with designing curriculum, assessments, and active and flexible pedagogies to enhance teaching quality in courses and coursework programs within the Faculty.

Reporting to the Teaching and Learning Manager and working under broad direction, the Principal Learning Designer will provide pedagogical support and guidance across multiple Schools in the Faculty of Health, Medicine & Behavioural Sciences.  

Key responsibilities will include: 

• Support staff across the Faculty with the uptake, design, development and evaluation of learning technologies, resources and pedagogies.

• Identify and promote innovative approaches to enhance the student experience in online and face to face environments.

• Advise university teaching and management staff on the design, development, implementation and evaluation of online resources that support student learning.

• Engage with senior stakeholders and other subject matter experts to advance pedagogical outcomes across the University community of practice.

• Collaborate within the HMBS Learning Design Team working towards the design, development and implementation of curriculum projects.

• Identify and build relationships/partnerships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to advance the learning outcomes of the University, particularly supporting and enhancing the relationship between HMBS and ITaLI.

• Design and deliver presentations, training activities and workshops.

About UQ 

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: 

• Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave 

• 17% superannuation contributions 

• 17.5% annual leave loading 

• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times and purchased leave

• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family 

• UQ Study for Staff 

• On campus childcare options 

• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day) 

• Salary packaging options 

About You

You will hold degree level qualifications, with at least four (4) years of experience in developing online and on-campus resources, informed by an advanced understanding of how higher education students learn; and the agility to work across disciplinary boundaries to realise contemporary curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment design.

In addition, you will possess:

• Demonstrated understanding of enablers and limitations of educational technology and best practices to support student achievement and engagement, teacher effectiveness and teaching innovation.

• Demonstrated ability to apply pedagogical theory, contemporary practice and practical experience to analyse complex teaching and learning situations and apply high-level problem-solving skills to develop appropriate and innovative face to face and online learning solutions.

• Proven ability and experience in using a range of technologies including learning platforms and associated software for the design, development, implementation and evaluation of online learning resources and environments to support student learning.

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative linkages with diverse stakeholders, and a demonstrated commitment to responding to client needs.

• Demonstrated ability to work iteratively, adapting quickly to change and operating effectively both on an autonomous basis and as a member of a collaborative, client-focused team.

Please note, you must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer-sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.  

Questions?  

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Mr Sam Harris, Teaching and Learning Manager, at [email protected].

For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.  
 

Want to Apply?  

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered: 

• Resume  
• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section   

Other Information  

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.  

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments. 

Applications close Thursday 23 January 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (Job Reference Number: R-47138). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for 5 February.