Senior Lecturer, Entrepreneurship & Innovation at RMIT University

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

09 Jul, 26

Salary

162872.0

Posted On

10 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Entrepreneurship, Innovation management, Academic leadership, Program management, Curriculum development, Research leadership, Student-centred learning, Industry collaboration, Grant writing, Mentoring, Higher degree research supervision, Quality management, Communication, Negotiation, Strategic planning

Industry

Education Management

Description

Overview: Continuing, Full-time Position Salary Academic Level C ($141,247 - $162,872) + 17% Superannuation and Flexible Working Arrangements Based at the Melbourne Campus About the Position – Senior Lecturer, Entrepreneurship & Innovation This new Senior Lecturer in Entrepreneurship & Innovation role has been created in response to the rapid growth and evolving demand for entrepreneurship education across our undergraduate and postgraduate programs. With expanding opportunities for Entrepreneurship and Innovation minors at the postgraduate levels, this is a pivotal moment to shape the future of our offerings. We are seeking an experienced academic who is passionate about Entrepreneurship and Innovation and who can provide strong program management and academic leadership to contribute to RMIT’s teaching and learning excellence. In this role, the Senior Lecturer (Entrepreneurship) within the Department of International Business, Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IBIE) is expected to play a key role in strengthening our current curriculum while also driving the development of new courses in high-growth and high-impact areas. This position requires a strong commitment to impactful research, industry collaboration, and professional services. The Senior Lecturer may have program management responsibility within the School. The Senior Lecturer will initiate, lead, and sustain high-quality research programs aligned with the University’s strategic research priorities, demonstrating a strong track record in securing competitive external funding and delivering impactful, high-quality scholarly outputs. The Senior Lecturer will play a significant research leadership role in embedding their disciplinary expertise within the School, fostering a vibrant and productive research culture. This includes leading and contributing to high-quality, output-driven collaborations across RMIT and with local, national, and global partners, alongside active engagement with industry. The role also encompasses the supervision and mentoring of higher degree by research (HDR) candidates and early career researchers, supporting capability development and research excellence To be successful in this position, you will have: Demonstrated ability to coordinate large courses and prepare and deliver programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, including high-quality curriculum and program materials, and ability to implement innovative approaches to student-centred learning and quality improvement. Demonstrated ability to support student issues related to effective learning. Emerging nationally recognised research track record, including a substantial record of research outputs in high-quality outlets. Extensive experience in research leadership with the ability to build and develop collaborative research teams, mentor academic staff to deliver high-quality outcomes, attract and secure external research funding to sustain research effort and manage funded research projects, including complex budgets and reporting requirements. Ability to manage a large program or a number of small programs. Extensive experience in supervising higher degree by research candidates to maximise research performance. Demonstrated ability to manage academic program team, supporting scholarly development of less experienced academic staff. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to financial, governance and quality management systems within a university. Demonstrated high level of interpersonal, communication and negotiating skills, including the ability to consult with senior executives, external bodies, produce executive reports, negotiate agreed directions, outcomes and targets within a collaborative environment. Qualifications Mandatory: PhD in Entrepreneurship, Innovation Management, or a closely related field. Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children and National Police Check. About the School of Management within the College of Business and Law The School of Management is part of the College of Business and Law. The School is comprised of three Departments: The Department of Management and Organisations (M&O), the Department of International Business and Innovation & Entrepreneurship (IBIE), and the Department of Human Resource Management (HRM). The RMIT School of Management prepares leaders who thrive at the intersection of people and technology. We focus on responsible, inclusive, and digitally-capable management that drives innovation and creates sustainable value for business, society, and the planet. Through world-class learning, impactful research, and deep industry collaboration, we support organisational transformation and deliver work-ready graduates who shape the future of leadership. For more information, visit https://www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/management. The School currently offers undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs known for their practicality, industry relevance and flexible delivery in the following areas: Entrepreneurship Human Resource Management and People Analytics International and Global Business Management and Change Innovation and Strategy Leadership and Strategy Social Impact Business Administration With these diverse undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs, focusing on business management, entrepreneurship, and social change, our programs emphasise practical experience through Work Integrated Learning, real-world projects, and strong industry connections, preparing students for successful careers in a rapidly evolving global environment To Apply Please submit your CV and covering letter addressing the key selection criteria for this position by clicking on the ‘Apply’ link at the top of this page. For further information about this position, please see the Position Description hyperlinked below or contact Medina (Talent Acquisition) via email medina.hubanic@rmit.edu.au. Please do not share your application via email. Position Description Please note, if you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to RMIT's Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page. Due to recent upgrades, position description links may not work on LinkedIn advertisements. Applications Close: 10 May 2026 11.59 pm RMIT is an equal opportunity employer committed to being a child safe organisation. We are dedicated to attracting, retaining and developing our people regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability and age. Applications are encouraged from all sectors of the community, and we strongly encourage applications from the Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community. In line with RMIT University’s commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive environment, from 1 January 2026, the University will also consider gender-based violence (GBV) risk factors as part of our recruitment processes. All applicants will be required to complete a gender‑based violence declaration in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence. Preferred candidates will also be required to undertake relevant pre‑employment background checks, including Working With Children Checks. Information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for its relevance to the role and RMIT’s safety obligations. At RMIT, we are committed to supporting adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process, as well as during employment. We actively support and encourage people with disability to apply to RMIT (including alternate formats of application forms). To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact Dani, via talentsupport@rmit.edu.au or visit our Careers page for more contact information - https://www.rmit.edu.au/careers. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant. Culture Our Values inspire us, wherever we are in the world, and guide how we live and work together. Imagination. Integrity. Courage. Passion. Impact. Inclusion. What unites us is our purpose and our values; they are at the heart of who we are, what we stand for, how we make decisions and connect with each other. Our people make everything at the University possible. We encourage new approaches to work and learning, stimulating change to drive positive impact. RMIT exists to create transformative experiences for our students, getting them ready for life and work. You will be a part of a productive and collaborative team, who values working relationships and outcomes through open and inclusive planning, continuous information sharing and transparent work practices. Find out what makes RMIT a great place to work

Responsibilities

The Senior Lecturer will lead the development and delivery of entrepreneurship curriculum while managing academic programs and fostering student-centred learning. Additionally, they are expected to drive high-quality research programs, secure external funding, and mentor early career researchers and HDR candidates.