Academic Lecturer in Media and Communication

15 hours ago


Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia The University of Newcastle Full time
About Us

The University of Newcastle is a world-renowned institution, ranked in the top 175 universities globally (2024) and 28th in Times Higher Education Impact Rankings (2023). Our School of Humanities, Creative Industries and Social Sciences is a hub for innovative and creative academic environments, bringing together scholars from diverse disciplines. Our research is strongly interdisciplinary, with a focus on research impact, tackling pressing challenges in our regions.

The Media and Communication discipline encompasses colleagues working in film and audience studies, strategic and public communication, media history, journalism, and political communication. Our close partnerships with communities, governments, and industries ensure that our research influences global academic discourse and shapes social agendas. Our media and communications team is located in the city precinct, providing access to high-end production facilities.

Position Overview

In this balanced academic role, you will:

  • Develop and deliver innovative teaching in media and communications at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
  • Contribute to the research agenda, maintaining a strong output of publications or creative works.
  • Co-supervise PhD students.
  • Build industry connections to support research, knowledge exchange, work-integrated learning, and graduate employment opportunities.
  • Contribute to the academic community through service and leadership.

This continuing position is full-time, primarily based at the City Campus, with the opportunity to undertake work at other locations as required.

About You

You will have completed a PhD in Media and Communication or a related area and have relevant experience in teaching and research. In addition, our ideal candidate will have:

  • Some experience of media production, including the ability to use audio-visual production software.
  • Research specialisation in one of the following: public or strategic communication, digital storytelling, media law and ethics, environmental/science communication, media activism, or Indigenous, LGBTQIA+, or community/regional media.
Why Newcastle?

Newcastle is a vibrant city, combining a stunning coastline, beautiful vineyards, and a rich cultural landscape. Our city thrives on its dynamic festivals, esteemed galleries, and community of talented and passionate creative professionals. We offer a fantastic coastal lifestyle, a strong sense of community, and great connectivity to capital cities and tourist destinations. We provide financial support for relocation expenses, assist with advice on housing, schools, and tours of the region, and have a dedicated team to support visa and immigration processes.

Remuneration and Benefits

The remuneration for this position is from $112,717 - $133, % superannuation. In addition, our university offers a range of benefits that you can explore in more detail on our website - Benefits at a Glance.



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