UNSW
Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor – Teaching and Research
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Senior Lecturer / Associate Professor – Teaching and Research (Level C or D)
Location: Sydney, NSW (Kensington Campus)
Work type: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary:
- Level C: $127,000 per annum, plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
- Level D: $155,000 per annum, plus 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
About The Role
Employment Details
- Type: Full-time (continuing contract)
- Duties: As outlined in UNSW’s Academic Expectations Framework
- Reports to: Head of School, Law, Society, and Criminology
- Direct reports: Casual Teaching Fellows only
About UNSW Law & Justice
UNSW Faculty of Law & Justice is a globally recognised leader in law, criminology, and social justice, ranked:
- UQS Top 1 Law & Legal Studies (Sydney, globally #13)
- EduRank #1 for Criminology & Criminal Justice (Australia), #18 globally
Our Mission
Committed to social justice, human rights, and meaningful change, we integrate perspectives across:
- First Nations justice
- Impact of AI and emerging technologies
Degrees
- Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice (BCCJ): A three-year, accredited program emphasising:
- Interdisciplinary research-led teaching
- Real-world impact on crime, justice, and equity
- Strong emphasis on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge in coursework
Why This Role Matters
We seek a Senior Lecturer (Level C) or Associate Professor (Level D) to join our School of Law, Society and Criminology. We actively encourage applications from:
- Scholars with research excellence and expertise in criminology, bias theory, Indigenous knowledges.
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.
Primary Focus:
Teaching and research in Bachelor of Criminology & Criminal Justice (BCCJ) programs, including:
- Criminology in Practice
- Criminology Work Integrated Learning Placement
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Successful applicants will:
- Develop and maintain a high-impact research program
- Participate in and foster innovative teaching methodologies
- Lead curriculum reform, particularly focusing on Indigenous justice
Responsibilities (by Level)
Senior Lecturer (Level C)
- Contribute to teaching, research, and curriculum development
- Teach and convene BCCJ courses (Criminology in Practice and Placement)
- Build partnerships with industry and institutions
- Guide and supervise doctoral students, has a memorable research productivity
- Develop innovative, inclusive teaching inclusive of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives
Associate Professor (Level D)
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Lead and deliver high-impact research outcomes
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Supervise multidisciplinary doctoral student teams
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Spearhead industry engagement and partnerships
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Advance inclusive curriculum reform, especially through Indigenous led frameworks
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Assume leadership in faculty-wide educational initiatives
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Foster a thriving research culture correlating with faculty objectives
Core Activities (Both Levels)
- Collaborative engagement on UNSW’S priorities: Social justice, digital disruption, and diversity.
- Lead educational technology integration.
- Promote student well-being and inclusion.
Skills & Criteria
Required Qualifications & Experience
- PhD in Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, or Audit (or equivalent industry expertise)
- Demonstrated abilities in:
- Quantitative/qualitative social science methodologies or a blend of both
- Indigenous knowledges and stories (Preferred)
Level C Proficiency
- Research Output: Significant, high-impact research portfolio
- Teaching Excellent: Effective curriculum development and progressive teaching practices
- Indigenous Engagement: Collaborative strategies supporting community and educational outcomes.
- Collaboration: Service plans supporting diversity, equity and inclusion.
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Level D Excellence
- Research Leadership: Proven track record with homogenous high impact and continued growth
- Research Leadership: Contribution to institutional funding activism
- Impactful Mentoring: Proven record of Building both doctoral research excellence and clinically useful internship programs across all interdisciplinary domains.
Pre-Employment Checks
Applicants will undergo mandatory checks to meet UNSW’s workplace safety standards. These may include:
- Working with Children, Identity, and professional integrity checks,
- Professional references and Qualifications verification
- Ongoing financial credibility reviews.
Benefits & Culture
Staff Benefits
- Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Cultural Leave: 10-day stipend leave.
- Employee Red Threads Program: Support, education and network access for Indigenous workers.
- Generous Super: 17% Superannuation and Annual Leave loading.
- Flexible Work: Hybrid or broader working arrangements available.
- Lifelong learning and career pathway support.
How to Apply
Provide the following documents:
- CV
- Cover letter addressing matching position experience to key responsibilities & values
Deadline: 19th July 2026 (Sydney time)
Queries
- Role-specific: Professor Lyria Bennett Moses (Head of School) at lyria@unsw.edu.au
- Recruitment Process: Anabel Wason at a.wason@unsw.edu.au
- Indigenous Concerns: Charmaine Mumbulla at c.mumbulla@unsw.edu.au
Commitment to Diversity
UNSW values applications from diverse backgrounds, particularly encouraging:
- Women, people of culturally diverse backgrounds,
- Disability, LGBTQ+, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Note: UNSW follows inclusive hiring practices (e.g., flexible accommodations for disability; remote participation options). Applications close 19/07.
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