Lecturer in Law

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

Griffith Law School contributes to the University’s culture and achievements through its own commitment to social justice and through offering a curriculum that is practical, critical and global in outlook. Griffith Law School is home to internationally renowned scholars who are at the forefront of legal research and reform. Our legal research has been consistently recognised by the Australian Research Council as 'above world standard'.

In 2024, the discipline of law at Griffith University was ranked 37th in the world, and 2nd in Australia (2024 Academic Ranking of World Universities).

The Law School is seeking an experienced Lecturer (Level B) to support high-quality teaching and to carry out activities to maintain and develop scholarly, and/or professional activities, with a particular interest in those with experience teaching Administrative Law, Ethics and/or Evidence.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the University’s undergraduate, and postgraduate program suite facilitating high quality, student-centred learning activities consistent with Griffith Graduates of the Future strategy.
• Continuously improve teaching practice through professional development and critical reflection informed by a range of evaluation approaches.
• Inform the quality, innovation, currency and evidence-base of teaching and learning through scholarly activities, commitments and outputs.
• Support high quality learning and teaching strategies that facilitate improved student retention, employability and successful outcomes for students.
• Provide educational contributions through responsibility for academic courses.
• Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through a balanced research portfolio of high-quality outputs that demonstrate impact.
• Undertake research that has the potential to achieve impact on policy and practice in the wider community.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the School/Department standing and reputation by promoting educational activities with external communities.

This is a continuing, full-time position primarily based at either Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time base salary will be Lecturer (Level B) in the range $113,226 – $134,460 per annum, plus 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $132,474 – $157,318 per annum.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline or field.

You will also have:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and to engage students effectively.
• Proven ability to develop and implement innovative curriculum and teaching materials.
• Demonstrated experience in providing academic support and mentoring to students.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and engagement in scholarly activities relevant to teaching.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct and publish quality research.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary projects.

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all – whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy .

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the
  

  Qualifications

  section above and the position description )

• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights for the duration of this appointment. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Therese Wilson, Head and Dean, Griffith Law School at therese.wilson@griffith.edu.au

For application support, please contact People Services on (07) 373 54011 and quote reference number REF7695W .

Closing date: Monday, 26 May 2025 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.