Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Criminology

Position Details

• Fixed Term until June 2030 | Full-Time
• View Position Description I Academic Level B: AU$ $133974 p.a + 17% Super
• View Position Description I Academic Level C: AU$ $158885 p.a + 17% Super
• Location: Bedford Park / Kaurna Country

About the Position

The College of Business, Government and Law is seeking a passionate academic to join our world-class Criminology team. We are renowned for industry-engaged research and innovative teaching that delivers real impact on crime and justice policy.

As a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Criminology you will make an independent contribution to research through publications, external funding and partnerships with government, industry and community organisations. You will also play a key role in delivering high-quality, student-centred teaching and curriculum development.

This position is open to international candidates and relocation and visa support is available.

About You:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate research excellence in an area of research aligned to key themes at Flinders Criminology, with a strong track record of publication and/or funding success. You are equally committed to innovative research and teaching practices that enhance the reputation of Criminology and support student success. In addition, you value industry and community collaboration as a means to enhance both research quality and impact as well as the quality of teaching.

Candidates will be determined to be suitable for Level B or Level C positions depending on their relevant experience. In this position, you will also demonstrate:

• Completion of a PhD in Criminology or a closely related area.
• Depending on career stage, demonstrated experience and successful track record in supervision of honours and higher degree students.
• Expertise in quantitative research methods (desirable)

About Criminology at Flinders University:

Flinders Criminology is future-focused, industry-engaged, and delivers real-world impacts on crime and justice policy. Our multidisciplinary team provides students with hands-on experience and opportunities to collaborate with government, industry, and community partners. Supported by strong partnerships, our research and teaching programs offer broad professional growth and a rewarding career, including affiliation with one of the College's three research institutes.

Life at Flinders

We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.

Flinders is also located in Adelaide, one of Australia's most liveable and affordable cities. Adelaide offers a Mediterranean climate, world-class food and wine, pristine beaches, and vibrant cultural festivals. With short commutes, a welcoming community, and excellent work-life balance, Adelaide is an ideal place to build your career and lifestyle.

Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?

• 17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
• Ninety per cent of Flinders research has been ranked at 'world standard or above' by Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA).
• Wide range of professional development activities, funds and services, such as Flinders University's Researcher Development and Leadership Programs.
• Wellbeing Initiatives via .
• We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
• Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).

Our Commitment to Reconciliation and Indigenous Employment

Flinders University is proud to be an organisation that is committed to our Reconciliation Action Plan and Indigenous Workforce Strategy. Our vision is to be a preferred employer for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We are committed to progressing Indigenous advancement in education, research, employment, and wellbeing, and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all Flinders vacancies.

• Please see here for our Reconciliation Action Plan
• Please see here for our Indigenous Workforce Strategy

Prescribed Conditions for Employment

• A current Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will be required by Flinders University before the successful applicant can commence in this position. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration. Each case will be assessed on its individual merits and relevance to the inherent requirements of the role.

How to Apply and Information

• To apply online, please visit the website via the job portal: JR Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Criminology
• You are required to submit a CV and a Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the Key Position Capabilities of the relevant position you are applying for:
• Level B Position Description
• Level C Position Description
• For more information regarding this position, please contact Dr Melissa de Vel-Palumbo

Applications to be submitted before 10:00 pm (ACDT) Thursday 24 October 2025

Please note, late applications and applications sent via agencies will not be accepted.

At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.