Posting Date: 30 Jan 2026
Type of Position: Continuing
Location:
Gladstone, QLD, AU Melbourne, VIC, AU
About this Opportunity
* Two positions available
* Continuing, Full-Time
* School of Engineering and Technology
* CQUniversity Gladstone and Melbourne (Relocation support available**)
* Lecturer (Level B) Total Remuneration $134,885 to $157,870 pa (including salary of $113,980 to $133,403 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)*
* Senior Lecturer (Level C) Total Remuneration $162,470 to $184,987 pa (including salary of $137,290 to $156,317 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)*
* Appointment levels will be based on the attributes and experience of the successful candidates. Please indicate your preferred level in your application.
Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.
Working at CQUniversity
The School of Engineering and Technology is seeking two academics to support the growth and development of our Civil Engineering courses. These roles play a key part in delivering and developing curriculum across undergraduate and postgraduate courses, drawing on a broad knowledge of civil engineering and a commitment to applied, industry-aligned education.
Lecturer – You will deliver high-quality, practice-informed teaching, contribute to curriculum and assessment design and supervise honours and postgraduate students. You will engage in research or scholarly activity and support the University's engagement agenda through collaboration with industry, professional bodies and the wider community. Industry or academic experience in traffic and transport engineering is desirable.
Senior Lecturer – You will provide leadership in teaching and curriculum development, supervise honours and postgraduate students, mentor junior academic staff and drive research initiatives aligned with the School's strengths. You will play a key role in fostering collaboration with industry, professional bodies, and community partners, while contributing to a positive team and research culture. Industry or academic experience in traffic and transport engineering is desirable.
This is your opportunity to shape the future of Civil Engineering education at a University that values applied learning, industry engagement and innovation in teaching
Be Rewarded
* 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
* 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)*
* 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer's leave*
* 7.25 hours engaged service leave
* Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
* Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave*
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport
Position Requirements - Lecturer
* Postgraduate qualification in Civil Engineering or a related discipline.
* Teaching qualification or willingness to undertake a Graduate Certificate in Tertiary Teaching or Education.
* Evidence of scholarly activity or emerging research capability, including peer-reviewed publications.
* Ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students using multi-modal delivery
* Capability in curriculum development and assessment design, including multi-modal delivery.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.
* Capacity to engage with industry and community partners.
Position Requirements - Senior Lecturer
* PhD in Civil Engineering or a related discipline, with relevant industry experience.
* Strong record of quality teaching, including unit coordination and curriculum leadership.
* Demonstrated research leadership aligned to the School's research strengths, including supervision of honours and postgraduate students.
* Evidence of securing or contributing to externally funded and/or multidisciplinary research.
* Proven engagement with industry and community organisations.
* Strong communication skills and the ability to contribute positively to team and research culture.
Position Description
Lecturer - Academic B
Senior Lecturer - Academic C
Apply today for a career that changes lives
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 1 March 2026
Job Requisition ID: 6888
Contact Details:
Benjamin Taylor
When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.
Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.
CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity's domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.
* Pro-rata for part-time employees
**A condition of employment for this role is relocation to the Gladstone or Melbourne region (relocation support available). Please confirm your willingness to relocate in your application.
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