Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Human Resources Management

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Human Resources Management, UNSW Canberra

Employment type:   Full-time, 35 hours per week
Duration: Continuing

Remuneration: Level B from $127,947 | Level C from $155,403 plus leave loading and 17% super
Location: UNSW Canberra

About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation's Capital, including a significant campus at the Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA).
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place. At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.

Why Your Role Matters:
The primary focus of this appointment is to increase the school's capacity in teaching and service leadership the areas of business and human resources management in the School of Business. Experience and expertise of developing new skills and competencies especially in relation to uncertainly and change triggered by the adoption of new and disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and other future of work agendas in public and private (for profit and not-for-profit) sector organisations. Experience of teaching in Defence contexts is highly desirable. Applications are particularly welcome from people with experience in teaching business and management and human resource management courses at undergraduate, post-graduate and lifelong-learning levels.

Who You Are (skills and experience): 

• A PhD in a field that complements the breadth of expertise of the School and supports teaching into Business Management and/or Human Resources Management and related subjects.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery into human resources management courses at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level;
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods;
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives;
• Demonstrated track record in research with outcomes of high quality and high impact with clear evidence of the desire and ability to continually achieve research excellence as well as the capacity for research leadership;
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff;
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills;
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships;

Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc) 
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities 
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture. 

Eligibility: 
The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement in this role. The checks that will be undertaken are listed in the Position Description. You will not be required to provide any further documentation or information regarding the checks until directly requested by UNSW.  

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment. 

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Monday 19 January 2026 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.

Get in Touch:

For role-related queries please contact:

Ashish Malik – Head of School, School of Business

For recruitment process related queries please contact:
Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW  

For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra 
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.