Flexible location: Geelong Waterfront & Melbourne Burwood Campus Full-time / Part-time continuing opportunities Academic Levels A–B: $83,268 – $139,191 Deakin Business School is pleased to invite Expressions of Interest (EOI) for our newest academic career pathway: the Education‑Focused Academic. These roles are designed for academics who are passionate about student‑centred teaching, have demonstrable educational excellence, and innovative learning design. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the future of business education at Deakin and play a vital role in shaping this emerging academic pathway within DBS. We welcome EOIs from existing fixed-term and current sessional academics at Deakin, or sessional academics previously engaged at Deakin within the last two years of the advertising date. We seek those with experience across all Deakin Business School discipline areas including: Accounting and Financial Planning Finance, Property & Real Estate Management, Human Resource Management, Employment Relations, and Organisational Behaviour Marketing Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, and Business Analytics Sport Management Economics We particularly seek EOIs from those willing to teach across the Burwood (Melbourne) and Waterfront (Geelong) campuses About the Education‑Focused Academic Role Education-Focused Academic positions provide a rewarding and impactful pathway for academics whose experience, passion and strengths lie in: Providing strategic leadership in curriculum design, innovation, and continuous improvement across units, courses, and disciplines, integrating industry, clinical, and research practices. Delivering and championing learner-centred, research-informed teaching across multiple modes, driving innovation to enhance student engagement and success. Designing and implementing inclusive, accessible, and collaborative learning experiences that connect learners, educators, and the broader community. Leading the development, moderation, and continuous improvement of assessment practices, ensuring clear criteria, timely feedback, and strong learning outcomes. Fostering a culture of educational excellence through mentoring, collaboration, and contributions to pedagogical research, while supporting staff capability and student success. These roles offer a meaningful opportunity to co-design and influence the evolution of education-focused careers at Deakin Business School. About Deakin Business School Deakin Business School is committed to being a leader in teaching, learning, creativity, social development, research, and discovery. We work closely with industry and government partners to ensure our teaching and research translate into real-world impact, community benefit, and graduate success. How to Submit Your Expression of Interest Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria according to the level you are interested in. Please note that this is an Expression of Interest only and does not guarantee progression or appointment. For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Colin Higgins, Deputy Dean, Deakin Business School. For a copy of the position descriptions, please see below: Level A - Education Focused - DBS.pdf Level B - Education Focused - DBS.pdf Applications for EOI close on the 13 th May 2026.