About This Opportunity The School of Social Science is seeking an Associate Lecturer to co-deliver CRIM1000 Introduction to Criminology in Semesters 1 and 2 2026. In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching within the criminology program and actively engage in the collegial life of the School as a UQ citizen. This appointment is intended for a School of Social Science HDR student who is seeking employment subsidiary to their studies. It is suited to an HDR student with an emerging teaching profile and a commitment to innovative, student-centred learning. Due to the short-term, teaching-intensive nature of this Brisbane-based role, applicants will be required to work on campus at the St Lucia campus for the duration of the appointment. Key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Teaching: Contribute to the continuous improvement and delivery of high-quality criminology programs by coordinating and teaching courses across formats, supporting assessment design and marking, providing academic guidance to students, and ensuring compliance with University teaching and learning policies. Citizenship and Service: Consistently demonstrate behaviours aligned with UQ values and the UQ Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan, while undertaking required administrative responsibilities and providing collegial support. This is a part-time (40%), fixed-term position until December 2026 at Academic Level A. About You Substantial progress towards a PhD in criminology or a related field as a student enrolled in the School of Social Science. Evidence of quality contributions to teaching. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in teaching teams. Capability to use online learning systems and platforms (e.g. Blackboard, electronic course profiles). You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance . Appointment to this role is subject to the successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, which may include verification of the right to work in Australia and qualifications. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or other integrity and conduct requirements. You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment. Questions? For more information about this opportunity, please contact Associate Professor Suzanna Fay at s.fay@uq.edu.au or Professor Lynda Cheshire at l.cheshire@uq.edu.au . For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au , stating the job requisition ID in the subject line. Want to Apply? This position is open to current HDR students in the School of Social Science , and we are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume Cover letter Responses to the ‘About You’ section Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion , fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent, particularly from Australia’s First Nations Peoples. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au . Other Information UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role. Applications close Thursday, 5 March 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-60065). LI-DNI
