Lecturer, Law

School of Law

• Full-time, fixed term appointments (February to December 2026)
• Level B: $119,491 - $137, % superannuation
• 6 positions available

The University of Wollongong (UOW) is seeking to appoint highly motivated and energetic individuals to the position of Lecturer with the School of Law. UOW is seeking candidates with excellent records in legal teaching and research combined with the ability to contribute to the growing academic profile of the Law School.

These are teaching-focused roles (70% teaching; 20% research and 10% service). The successful candidates will research in any area of law and teach into the Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and other law teaching programs offered by the School of Law. The School of Law has particular teaching needs in Equity, Property, Corporations Law and Criminal Law, but candidates with specialisations across the law curriculum are encouraged to apply. Candidates with any area of research specialisation in law are welcome to apply. The role includes subject coordination, administrative and governance roles and responsibilities within the School of Law, and engagement with strategic priorities. Teaching takes place primarily at the University's Wollongong campus, but attendance may also be required for program delivery at UOW's campuses in Liverpool, and Sydney.

Applicants are requested to submit a resume, and cover letter (of no more than 3 pages) summarising your skills and experience as they relate to the selection criteria located in the position description. For further information about the role please contact Professor Dilan Thampapillai on

Closing Date: Wednesday 8 October 2025, 11:59 PM

The University of Wollongong is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer, and a recognised leader in gender equality, we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including culturally and linguistically diverse, women, disability, LGBTIQ+, and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.