Principal Lecturer [Internal Progression only]

Principal Lecturer 

We invite applications from our experienced and industry-connected Lecturers for the title of Principal Lecturer. This is a senior title for a practitioner-educator who brings deep industry expertise into the classroom, champions teaching excellence, and plays an active leadership role in programme quality, curriculum currency, and community engagement. The Principal Lecturer is a role model for applied, authentic learning and a key contributor to the professional reputation of the institution.

Using the Table of Progressions and the Application for Academic Progression Guidance as your reference, compile and attach evidence that demonstrates your qualifications and achievements in support of your application for promotion to Senior Lecturer. Please ensure your documentation substantiates how you meet or exceed the required criteria for this academic advancement.

Teaching and Learning

• Demonstrate exemplary teaching practice through innovative, industry-informed pedagogy that inspires and challenges learners.

• Design and deliver authentic learning experiences that draw directly on current industry knowledge and real-world practice.

• Champion teaching excellence within the programme, mentoring colleagues and modelling best practice in blended and applied learning.

• Foster strong connections between learners and industry, facilitating work-integrated learning opportunities and professional networking.

• Lead the embedding of contemporary industry standards and practices into course content, ensuring graduates are workforce-ready.

Programme Design and Development

• Guide the design and development of programmes and courses grounded in deep industry knowledge and current professional practice.

• Drive authentic assessment design that reflects real-world industry challenges and standards.

• Ensure curriculum remains current and industry-relevant through active engagement with professional and industry networks.

Professional Development

• Maintain active engagement with industry through ongoing professional practice, networks, and partnerships.

• Pursue continuous development of industry expertise and teaching capability to ensure currency and relevance.

• Contribute to the professional learning of the team by sharing industry insights and innovative teaching approaches.

Research/Scholarship

• Contribute to the scholarship of teaching and learning, with outputs relevant to industry-informed education.

• Collaborate with industry partners on applied projects that enrich the learning environment.

• Engage in practitioner inquiry that connects teaching, learning, and professional practice.

Contribution to Academic, Industry and wider Community

• Build and maintain a broad network of industry relationships that directly benefit students and programmes.

• Act as an ambassador for the institution within professional and industry communities, enhancing the institution’s reputation and partnerships.

• Facilitate industry engagement opportunities for students, including guest speakers, site visits, and work-integrated learning.

• Contribute to programme and faculty governance and to the development of academic and professional policy.

Once the application has closed, all applicants will be shortlisted and reviewed by the Selection Committee 

Candidates will be evaluated based on any and all evidence available to the committee and an endorsement from your respective People Leader.