• Teaching‑focused role with strong student engagement.
• Experience teaching across Australian curriculum is required.
• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 18 months.
• Base salary range: Level A, $83,499 – $112,371 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

Education has been a keystone of the University of Western Australia for 100 years. Today, the Graduate School of Education maintains a tradition of excellence while taking on the challenges of developing educational practices for both global and local needs. The School attracts the highest quality academic, research and professional staff who work collaboratively with talented educators to positively impact on the lives of young people and lifelong learners. The Graduate School of Education has an ambitious strategic plan that identifies excellence in research, innovative teaching and learning practices as well as external engagement as central to its vibrancy, growth, and sustainability. To achieve these goals a workforce that is future-focused, able to respond to new pedagogies, contribute to our research profile, and strengthen our reputation further is vital.

About the opportunity

• Develop expertise in teaching in the area of Primary teacher education with an increasing degree of autonomy.
• Support student learning, mentor students on professional experience placements, and offer advice and guidance to students to ensure success.
• Undertake teaching and assessment in relevant units, contribute to assessment and assessment practices, and Scholarship of Learning and Teaching activities.

About you

• A completed Master of Education degree, or higher and/or willingness to undertake study towards a doctorate in education.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative and engaging teaching in your area of expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to organise teaching and assessment activities to support student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to relate well to staff and students at all levels and evidence of a commitment to equity and diversity principles.
• Demonstrated ability to positively contribute to team, school and wider University activities such as team and school meetings, strategic planning and program development.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations. A current National Police Clearance and Working with Children Check will be required by the successful applicant.

Position description:  PD - Associate Lecturer (523262).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Tanya Fitzgerald at tanya.fitzgerald@uwa.edu.au 

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Friday, 29 May 2026.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.