Lecturer

$114,000 to $135,390
- Ongoing, full-time
- Kelvin Grove
- **Reference number: 25368**:

- ** Term**: Ongoing, full-time basis
- ** Remuneration**: $AUD 134,910 to $AUD 160,222 pa (LEVB) (inclusive of $AUD 114,000 to $AUD 135,390 salary pa, 17% superannuation and 17.5% recreation leave loading)
- ** Location**: Kelvin Grove
- ** Open to**:
**Who are we looking for?**
We are seeking a Lecturer in Digital Media and Communication to join School of Communication, Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice.
- issues of trust or ethics raised by algorithmic governance, automated media and communication systems or generative artificial intelligence; and/or - policies, practices, and initiatives that support digital inclusion among marginalized or disadvantaged communities.

We’re offering this role as a hybrid position as part of QUT’s commitment to embracing the opportunities created by a more virtual and connected world.

**About us**

QUT is a major Australian university with a global outlook and a 'real world' focus. We are an ambitious and collaborative institution that seeks to equip our students and graduates with the skills they will need in an increasingly disrupted and challenged world.

**About the School of Communication**
The School of Communication is world leading in the field of media and communication studies. Our mission is to educate students, industry, government, and community about the power of media and communication technologies and inspire them through our research and teaching activities to think critically, act responsibly, and work successfully. We offer a taught postgraduate program focused on Digital Communication and an undergraduate program with four concentrations:

- Digital Advertising;
- Community and Public Relations;
- Journalism; and
- Media and Communication Industries.

We are consistently ranked as one of the top media and communication programs in Australia according to QS World University Rankings. QUT is also ranked well above world standard in Australia in Communication and Media Studies, and above world standard in Cultural Studies, according to the national research quality assessment exercise conducted by the Australian Government in 2010, 2012, 2015, and 2019—‘Excellence in Research for Australia’ (ERA). It is the only university in Australia that has received the top ranking for Communication and Media Studies in every ERA round since 2010.

**What you need to succeed**
- A doctoral qualification in media and communication, or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated experience in designing and delivering high-quality undergraduate and/or postgraduate teaching in digital media and communication.
- A demonstrated commitment to inclusive pedagogies and supporting culturally and linguistically diverse learners.
- Capacity to teach foundational computational methods, data visualisation, and digital storytelling.
- A demonstrated track record of quality research outputs with a focus on **data-driven communication, artificial intelligence, and/or automation**and with strong alignment to one or more of the following priority areas:

- Branded content and promotional communication in digital environments
- Ethics or trust in relation to algorithmic governance, automated media and communication systems or generative artificial intelligence
- Digital inclusion
- Ability to contribute to and extend the research programs of the QUT Digital Media Research Centre.
- Capacity for interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching and research.
- Capacity for engagement with industry, community, or policy stakeholders in ways that enhance the visibility and impact of research and teaching.

**Life at QUT**

We're committed to building a culture that fosters connection between people and purpose. Beyond personal and professional fulfillment, a career at QUT offers:

- A healthy work-life balance with a blend of on-campus and off-campus work arrangements for applicable positions.
- Competitive remuneration with up to 17% superannuation and leave loading of 17.5%.
- Generous maternity leave including primary carer parental leave of up to 26 weeks (including 17% super).
- Stay healthy with Fitness Passport and enjoy discounted rates on private health insurance.
- Purchased Leave Scheme - up to 8 extra weeks.
- Salary Packaging Scheme for additional superannuation contributions, vehicle leasing, and on-campus services such as childcare, parking, and gyms.
- Numerous opportunities for professional development including leadership programs and workshops, and our study assistance scheme.
- Commitment to our Indigenous Australian staff through initiatives such as the Indigenous Australian Staff Network, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave, Staff Development Workshops, and representation on university committees.

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**Belong at QUT**

We are guided by our values of Ambition, Integrity, Inclusiveness, Innovation, and Academic Freedom and our QUT Conn