Lecturer in Aviation (Level B - Teaching Focused) at Griffith University

City of Brisbane, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Feb, 26

Salary

134460.0

Posted On

25 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Aviation, Research, Course Coordination, Student Engagement, Learning Outcomes, Safety Science, Human Factors, Flight Operations, Aerospace Engineering, Air Transport Economics, Operations Management, Technology-Enhanced Learning, Assessment Practices, Professional Development

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Company Description Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why. Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them. Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence. Job Description The Griffith School of Engineering and Built Environment (EBE) offers a broad range of programs in engineering, architecture, planning, and aviation. It has an active research culture that has helped foster strong links with high schools and community groups, as well as with key industries at the local, national, and global levels. The School is seeking a Lecturer (Level B) to support high-quality teaching and to undertake activities to maintain and develop research/scholarly/professional activities in the Aviation discipline. This teaching-focused position is expected to perform full academic responsibilities and related administration for the coordination of courses and programs. The School’s teaching activities are diverse: we deliver courses on campus and online. On campus, face-to-face teaching is required, and the work patterns for the position are expected to reflect the teaching requirements of the role. Teaching-focused Lecturers are principally engaged with a maximum 70% teaching profile, with the remaining work allocation assigned to research/scholarship and service, depending on the applicant's research track record. As a Lecturer in Aviation, you’ll contribute to the delivery and development of courses offered in the undergraduate and postgraduate Aviation programs. Areas within Aviation in which we are seeking to strengthen our teaching capacity include Flight Operations, Aerospace Systems, Safety Science, Human Performance, Aviation Management and Economics, and Research Design and Supervision. Future work allocations will be reviewed as needed in alignment with the operational and student-centred requirements of the School. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the University’s undergraduate and postgraduate program suite, facilitating high-quality, student-centred learning activities. Support high-quality learning and teaching outcomes for students, evidenced by technology-enhanced learning, problem-oriented, authentic learning, and assessment practices. Continuously improve teaching practice through professional development and critical reflection informed by a range of evaluation approaches. Provide educational contributions through responsibility for academic courses, including undertaking responsibilities aligned with the role of course convenor. Contribute to the enhancement of the School/Discipline standing and reputation by promoting educational activities with external communities. Undertake research/scholarship that has the potential to achieve impact on policy and practice in the wider community. This is a fixed term (until 9 February 2027), Part time (70%) position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan). As Griffith is a multi-campus University, you may be required to work across other campus locations. Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples. Salary Range The full-time equivalent base salary will be Lecturer, Level B range $113,226 - $134,460 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $132,474 - $157,318 per annum. The salary will be pro-rata for part time hours. Qualifications The successful candidate will have: A PhD (or near completion) in the field of Aviation or a relevant discipline. Demonstrated evidence of achieving high-quality learning and teaching outcomes, including knowledge of current teaching and learning principles and practices. Previous experience in convening and teaching courses at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level in the fields of Aviation or related areas. Research interest in safety science, human factors, higher and vocational education and training, flight operations, aerospace engineering, air transport economics, and operations management. Additional Information Why Griffith? As a values-led organisation, Griffith University has worked hard to build a dynamic, strong organisational culture. We offer: Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts Generous leave entitlements, including paid parental leave and leave loading Health, Safety, and Wellbeing initiatives – on campus Gym facilities How to apply At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy. Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following: A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description) Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission) Applicants must have unrestricted working rights. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. For further information specifically about this role, please contact Dr Guido Carim Junior, Discipline Head (Aviation) at [email protected]. For application and recruitment advice, please contact Ms Corinna Gartrell, Talent Acquisition Partner at [email protected]. For application support, please contact the Corporate Services Service Centre on +61 07 373 54011 and quote reference number REF9191C. Closing date: Wednesday 10 December 2025 at 11:59 pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online. Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

Responsibilities

The Lecturer in Aviation will support high-quality teaching and undertake activities to maintain and develop research in the Aviation discipline. Responsibilities include fostering an outstanding student experience and continuously improving teaching practices.