Continuing, Full Time Appointment | Research Active Academic Level B
Annual salary $116,429 – $137,659 pa + 17% superannuation & 6 weeks annual leave
Education City Precinct (Danala Darwin City Campus) | Larrakia Country
About the Position
As the Lecturer in Law, you will be responsible for contributing to the teaching, research and innovative community engagement activities in the area of Law. Develop and deliver a mix of semester-length units as well as short courses aimed at undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education markets whilst contributing to legal scholarship and/or scholarship relating to pedagogy and, where appropriate, engage in co-supervision of higher degree research students.
About You
To be successful, you will require:
* A relevant postgraduate qualification or higher in Law, or related discipline and proven experience in a similar role.
* Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality, high-impact publications.
* Evidence of effectiveness as a law teacher, a commitment to superior teaching outcomes, flexible teaching hours (including evening classes) and demonstrated interest in the development and understanding of distance learning and modern information and communication technologies.
* Evidence of ability to teach into at least two of the Priestly 11 subjects. Other areas of need include Legal Process, Comparative Legal Systems, Private International Law, Environmental and Planning Law, Resources and Energy Law, Dispute Resolution, Succession Law, and Competition and Consumer Law.
* Demonstrated ability to effectively undertake administrative responsibilities, including unit coordination.
* Demonstrated capacity and willingness to work effectively and consultatively as a member of a team.
* Advanced communication and interpersonal skills engaging a wide range of audiences, and successful experience in collaborative endeavours.
* Commitment to the University's values.
Desirable
* Practical experience in the legal profession
* Demonstrated capacity to deliver quality online teaching and contribute to curriculum development.
* Demonstrated record of high-quality, high-impact research and publications and ability to supervise postgraduate research students.
* Demonstrated capacity to liaise with external stakeholders.
* A demonstrated knowledge and respect for indigenous social, cultural, political, and economic issues, particularly concerning Indigenous Law and the application of this knowledge in current contexts locally, nationally and internationally.
Remuneration
Appointment to this role will be at HE Academic Level B. The base salary will be in the range of $116,429 - $137,659 per annum. The total remuneration package will be in the range of $136,221 - $161,061 per annum inclusive of 17% superannuation.
First Nations Priority Recruitment Measures
While this vacancy is open to all applicants. First Nations applicants are strongly encouraged to apply & will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy, in accordance with s57 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1992 (NT More information on First Nations Priority Recruitment at CDU and how to apply, available here
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What's in it for you?
* An enviable lifestyle in the spectacular Northern Territory | Relocation Assistance available
* 17% superannuation
* Up to six weeks of paid annual leave + other generous leave benefits
* Up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave (eligibility criteria apply)
* Recognition of prior service with another Australian university / NT Government for Long Service Leave (recognition applied to qualifying period only)
* Ability to negotiate transfer of leave entitlements under the Public Employment (Mobility) Act 1989
* Employee Assistance Program & Salary Packaging opportunities
* An employer who values your contribution to building a bigger, better and stronger University
* Work with a University committed to changing people's lives for the better through training, education, and research
* Opportunities for professional development, paid study and career progression
* Access to over 5,000 courses via LinkedIn learning corporate membership
How to Apply
All applications must be received online via the 'apply' button and should include your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and relevant skills and experience.
For a confidential discussion about the position please contact Professor Dr Alan Berman on or email
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Applications Open: Monday 9th February 2026
Applications Close: Wednesday 11th March 2026