Academic First-Year Coordinator

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Academic First-Year Coordinator (Law)Apply locations St Lucia Campus time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-54408

• TC Beirne School of Law based at the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL)

• Full-time (100%), permanent position

• Base salary will be in the range $114,824.05 - $136,048.72 + 17% Superannuation (Academic Level B)

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

The First-Year Coordinator is a Teaching Focused (TF) role within the TC Beirne School of Law that is responsible for the transition of commencing law students into their legal studies at university. In this role, you will lead the development of curriculum and pedagogy for the First-Year Skills Program (FYSP), manage the strategic operations of the FYSP, and teach into the first-year law courses, including the FYSP.

You will have expertise in curricula, pedagogy, and assessment that enables student learning, and you will play a particular role through activities that shape the culture of teaching excellence at UQ.

Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Teaching: Develop and deliver first-year law courses including FYSP, engage in curriculum design, coordinate courses, assess students, provide academic counselling, and adhere to university teaching rules.

• Research: Lead the development of the FYSP through consultation with relevant stakeholders, manage the strategic and day-to-day operations of the FYSP, engage in educational collaborations and the scholarship of teaching and learning with particular focus on the first year in law.

• Supervision: Provide academic support and advice to students, develop a plan for first-year activities, support the orientation program for commencing students, identify and consult with students 'at risk' based on their engagement metrics, present relevant data on first-year activities and evaluate their effectiveness in supporting student success.

• Citizenship and Service: Develop partnerships, demonstrate leadership through mentoring, engage in internal service roles and committees, perform administrative functions, provide support to colleagues, and uphold university values.

This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ's Criteria for Academic Performance .

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

About You

Applicants should possess a degree in law and relevant specialist qualifications and experience in teaching and learning.

Additionally, you will demonstrate:

• Evidence of high-quality teaching in the discipline across a variety of settings, including small and large groups with course coordination responsibilities;

• An emerging profile of teaching impact in the discipline and/or emerging profile in education research in the discipline;

• Participation in projects that improve curriculum, pedagogy, or assessment practices of others, with funded projects being particularly desirable and/or a record of contributing successfully to applications for research funds;

• Participation in curriculum development at the program and/or course level in the discipline area;

• Well-developed level communication, interpersonal, and consultative skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in teaching and learning; and

• A profile of professional expertise that complements and/or supplements the expertise that currently exists within the School, Faculty and/or broader University.

This is a full-time position however flexible working arrangements may be negotiated. It is not possible to conduct one's teaching remotely in this role. Attendance at campus for teaching, and the discharge of other duties as directed, is expected.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check, criminal check etc.

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Applications from international candidates will be considered but Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Ross Grantham r.grantham@law.uq.edu.au

For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au , stating the job reference number (below)in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:

• Resume

• Cover letter

• Responses to the 'About You' section

Our strength 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. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au .

About The Selection Process

As part of the Selection Process, applicants shortlisted for interview may be expected to demonstrate teaching approach and ability to members of the school community prior to their scheduled interview.

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.

Applications close Thursday, 14 August 2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-54408). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for August

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