Lecturer (Criminology)

About the role

The University of Southern Queensland's School of Business, Law, Humanities and Pathways is seeking a Lecturer in Criminology for a full-time continuing appointment (37.5 hours per week) at either the Toowoomba or Ipswich campus. The role reports to the Head of School and Dean and contributes to teaching and research in the Criminology discipline, including the Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, the Associate Degree of Criminology and Criminal Justice, and the Bachelor of Arts criminology major and extended major.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures drawing on disciplinary knowledge in criminology, using best practice and contemporary digital technologies
• Lead and collaborate on research projects, produce high-quality outputs and secure external research funding
• Supervise honours and postgraduate research students
• Work with colleagues across disciplines to improve learning and teaching and contribute to the School's research agendas

Required profile

• Doctoral or master's qualification in criminology or a related field, with present or imminent enrolment in a doctoral qualification
• Demonstrated teaching and research expertise in criminology
• Experience of engaged, reflective teaching approaches
• Proven ability to collaborate on research and secure research funding
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Willingness to teach across both Toowoomba and Ipswich campuses as required
• Right to work in Australia

What we offer

• Total remuneration of $137,920 to $163,017 per year (salary $116,315 to $137,480 plus 17% employer super and leave loading)
• Generous superannuation and a range of employee benefits
• Flexible working arrangements
• A supportive, collegial academic community

Applications close 12 November 2026. Candidates submit a current resume and a two-page statement of skills and experience; the position is advertised as reference number 0191_09/26.