Principal Learning Designer at University of Queensland

, , Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Mar, 26

Salary

111686.39

Posted On

11 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Learning Design, Pedagogical Approaches, Curriculum Development, AI Integration, Critical Thinking, Ethical Reasoning, Adaptive Judgment, Project Management, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Data-Informed Learning, Inclusive Pedagogies, Continuous Improvement, Professional Development, Educational Technologies, Research Practices

Industry

Higher Education

Description

UQ Business School in the Faculty of Business, Economics and Law (BEL) Full-time (100%), fixed-term position for up to 5 years Base salary will be in the range $102,565.37 - $111,686.39 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 7) Based at our vibrant St Lucia Campus About This Opportunity Shape the future of learning at UQ Business School - in this role, you’ll collaborate with academic staff to design and implement innovative teaching strategies that prepare students for success in AI-augmented workplaces. By integrating cutting-edge technologies, dynamic learning resources, and forward-thinking pedagogies, you’ll elevate teaching quality and empower students to develop critical thinking, ethical reasoning, and adaptive judgment—skills that matter in a rapidly changing world. Your work will directly support and foster a culture of excellence, innovation, and inclusivity. You’ll ensure these approaches align with the School’s commitment to human-centred, future-focused education and deliver measurable impact across courses and programs, helping graduates thrive as leaders in the global business landscape. Key responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Provide leadership in innovative and successful pedagogical approaches and technologies to enhance the student learning experience within the School. Advise and assist UQ Business School academic staff, professional staff, and other University staff to design, develop, implement and evaluate learning experiences, resources, tools and processes that support student learning, with a focus on the incorporation of tools and frameworks for the use of AI in learning and assessment. Identify, design, develop, evaluate and manage specific educational projects in collaboration with other Learning Team members, School professional staff teams and academic teams as directed, including curriculum reviews and curriculum uplift. Maintain knowledge of current practices, research and future opportunities in teaching and learning across the higher education sector, especially in relation to AI, and communicate this knowledge to the School and the wider University community. Contribute to and participate in School, University and external learning design communities. About UQ As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world. Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as: Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave/paid primary care leave 17% superannuation contributions + 17.5% annual leave loading Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family Career development opportunities –access to exclusive internal-only vacancies and our Study for Staff program On campus childcare options Affordable parking (from just $6.40 a day) Salary packaging options About You Relevant tertiary qualifications or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and education/training. Demonstrated experience in designing, developing, and evaluating innovative learning and teaching approaches in higher education, preferably within a business context. Proven ability to apply contemporary learning design principles, including inclusive and evidence-based pedagogies, to enhance student learning outcomes. Experience supporting academic staff in curriculum development, with a focus on embedding emerging educational technologies and digital tools that support AI literacy, data-informed learning or critical thinking into learning experiences. Demonstrated understanding of the opportunities and challenges presented by AI in higher education, and the ability to support the integration of AI-ready and human-centred approaches into curriculum and teaching practice. Demonstrated ability to work independently, to manage time and projects and to use data and feedback to inform continuous improvement. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with academic and professional staff to support teaching. Commitment to on-going professional development. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check etc. 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 Carrie Finn – c.finn@uq.edu.au For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. Want to Apply? We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload: Resume A cover letter summarising how your background aligns with 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. 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 9 January 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-58498). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for mid-January 2026. The University of Queensland (UQ) acknowledges the Traditional Owners and their custodianship of the lands on which UQ is situated. We pay our respects to their Ancestors and their descendants, who continue cultural and spiritual connections to Country. At the University of Queensland, we are proud to be one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions, consistently ranking among the top 50 universities worldwide. As a member of the prestigious Group of Eight (Go8) universities, UQ is widely recognised for its intensive focus on research and teaching excellence – evidenced by our numerous accolades including more teaching awards than any other Australian University and reflected in UQ being the number one recipient of ARC Fellowships and Awards nationally across all scheme years (totalling 452 awards worth $339 million). Our state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and cutting-edge research centres offer unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth. With five faculties, a number of globally recognised research institutes, and over 100 research centres, we attract an interdisciplinary community of more than 7000 staff, supporting more than 55,000 current students from over 137 countries. UQ is dedicated to supporting the career aspirations of our students and staff. Our comprehensive career services provide personalized guidance, skills development, and networking opportunities to help you achieve your professional goals. Whether you are a student seeking internships and job placements or a staff member looking for career advancement, UQ is here to support you every step of the way. UQ values equity, diversity and inclusion and seeks to reflect the broader community by attracting and retaining high-quality staff from a range of backgrounds. Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion aims to ensure that everyone at UQ feels valued and empowered to achieve their full potential. We are particularly interested to hear from people who bring diversity to UQ – whether that be gender identity, LGBTQIA+, cultural and/or linguistic, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, or people with a disability. Whether you are a recent graduate, an Academic, or an experienced professional, UQ offers a wide range of opportunities to help you grow and succeed. Explore our current job openings, discover our programs, and become part of a community that is dedicated to creating lasting, meaningful impact for the communities in which we live and work. For more information about working at UQ and our employee benefits (such as generous leave provisions, 17% superannuation, flexible working arrangements, and health and wellness discounts) please visit Why Work at UQ.

Responsibilities

The Principal Learning Designer will lead innovative pedagogical approaches and collaborate with academic staff to enhance the student learning experience. This includes advising on the design and evaluation of learning experiences and integrating AI tools into the curriculum.