School of Communication and Arts Part-time (50%), fixed-term position for up to 3 years at Academic Level A or B Base salary will be in the range $82,057 - $136,048 17% Superannuation Based at our picturesque and vibrant St Lucia location About This Opportunity The School of Communication and Arts is searching for an exceptional individual as Associate Lecturer (Level A) or Lecturer (Level B) in Drama to leave their mark on the performing arts. We particularly welcome applications from drama academics who have active professional profiles in the theatre industry and can work with colleagues to enhance the major’s work-integrated learning options and strengthen connections to industry. The ideal candidate will have teaching or professional expertise in performative communication, which may include experience teaching Alexander and Feldenkrais techniques and the Linklater voice method. The successful candidate will teach across our undergraduate Drama major, conduct high-quality scholarship of teaching, foster engagement with external stakeholders and partners, and contribute to the collegial environment of the School and University. This is a teaching focused position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance. UQ's passionate and engaging academics have won more Australian Awards for University Teaching (AAUT) than any other university in the country, attracting the majority of Queensland’s highest academic achievers. With access to world class facilities, vibrant campuses and a range of benefits that support flexibility and work-life balance, UQ is an amazing place to work! 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, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged. At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers. As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development. The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad: from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process. About You Completion of a PhD or equivalent in drama, theatre studies or a closely related field An emerging profile (Level A) or growing profile (Level B) in teaching with evidence of high-quality University teaching in Drama across a variety of settings with course coordination responsibilities Ability to coordinate courses and contribute to the development and innovation of curricula and course material An emerging record of supervision of student projects Experience in internal service roles and an emerging profile (Level A) or growing profile (Level B) of professional expertise that complements the School. In addition to the above, for appointment at Level B: Ability to develop curricula and design effective learning materials and assessment tasks Evidence of ability to supervise student projects to successful completion Active contributions to external service activities. The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, education check. 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 Dr Emma Cole at e.cole@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 Cover letter 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 Tuesday 12 August 2025, at 11.00pm AEST (R-53851).