The University of Queensland Business School 

The University of Queensland Business School is independently ranked as one of the top business schools in Australia and among the leading institutions worldwide. Our mission is to cultivate courageous thinkers who empower future leaders to positively transform business and society. 

Based at the St Lucia campus as part of the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law, the School brings together 12,000 students and 200 subject experts.  

About This Expression of Interest 

The University of Queensland Business School is seeking expressions of interest from Tutors and Facilitators to be engaged on a casual basis. 

Casual Academics at The University of Queensland Business School play a significant part in the overall student experience. As such, our successful candidates will participate in the education of undergraduate and/or postgraduate students within the key discipline areas of Accounting, Finance, Business Information Systems, Management, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, International Business, Marketing and Tourism within the School by preparing and delivering tutorials, marking assessment items, conducting student consultations and fostering a positive learning environment. Facilitators are also being sought to assist in activity based seminars, tutorials and workshops. 

These positions are located at our picturesque St Lucia campus, renowned as one of Australia’s most attractive university campuses, and located just 7km from Brisbane’s city centre. Bounded by the Brisbane River on three sides, and with outstanding public transport connections, our 114-hectare site provides a perfect work environment – you can enjoy the best of both worlds: a vibrant campus with the tradition of an established university. 

Our Ideal Candidate 

As a Casual Academic, you'll have a minimum of an undergraduate degree, with a minimum GPA of 5.0, enrolment in a relevant postgraduate program (coursework or HDR), and/or relevant Industry experience ideally within a business or related discipline. Your skills in teaching will be demonstrable and effective, with teaching evaluations (or other evidence) to support your claims. You'll be proficient in using eLearning systems, such as Blackboard, or are capable of swiftly learning new software. Experience in public speaking and leading small groups will be highly regarded, plus a proven ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines. 

You must have ongoing unrestricted work rights in Australia to apply for this opportunity. 

We value diversity and inclusion, and actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity to the University. Our Diversity and Inclusion webpage contains further information if you require additional support. Accessibility requirements and/or adjustments can be directed to [email protected]. 

What We Can Offer 

This is a Casual position. As such, there is no firm advance commitment to ongoing or indefinite work. Casual Academics at The University of Queensland Business School are paid in accordance with The University of Queensland Enterprise Agreement 2021-2026 (Enterprise Agreement). 

For further information on casual rates, please visit our casual academic salaries page.  

We invest in the development of our Casual Academics through training sessions, plus a host of other University wide development initiatives. 

Questions? 

If you have any questions regarding this expression of interest, please contact The University of Queensland Business School's Casual Support team at [email protected]. 

Want to Submit an Expression of Interest? 

Please hit the APPLY button and follow the prompts. 

Expressions of interest must be submitted by Monday 18 November 2024 at 11:00pm (AEST) for consideration for semesters 1 & 2 in 2025. If you submit an expression of interest after this date, you may be considered for vacancies that arise throughout the year or the year following. 

If you are a current UQ Employee, unpaid staff member or scholar please login to your staff Workday account and visit the internal careers board to apply for this opportunity via our Internal Job Board.  

To satisfy pre-requisite questions and ensure your application can be considered in full, all candidates must apply via the UQ Workday portal. Applications received via other channels including direct email will not be accepted. 

Applications close: Monday, 18 November 2024