Senior Lecturer

Senior Lecturer (UniPath Coordinator) APPLY How to Apply Position Description Need help? Ask Notre Dame For further information or enquiries, please contact People and Culture: Employment Type Full-Time Category Education & Training Location Australia Department Partnerships & Pathways Share LinkedIn Facebook X Email Senior Lecturer (UniPath Coordinator) Senior Lecturer (UniPath Coordinator), PathwaysSydney (Broadway) or Fremantle (WA) campus Full-time opportunity, Continuing contract Friendly and collaborative environment Rewarding opportunity $142,864 pa (level C – NSW) + 14.5% superannuation $137,639 pc (level C - WA) + 14.5% superannuation About the university The University of Notre Dame Australia is a private Catholic University with over 1,000 permanent staff providing an exceptional educational experience to over 12,000 students across our Fremantle, Broome, and Sydney campuses, as well as clinical schools in Victoria and New South Wales. About the office Equity & Access is responsible for developing access pathways, equity programs, and supports that enhance the retention and success of the University’s student cohort, its ability to achieve enrolment targets, and meet the University’s Objects and strategic direction as a Catholic university. As part of this portfolio, Pathways delivers high quality enabling education, short courses, and programs which provide alternative entry or credit to facilitate students’ successful entry to university education. About the role The UniPath Coordinator is an academic staff member responsible for overseeing national UniPath programs, including in-school enabling programs and related initiatives, at The University of Notre Dame Australia. This position involves coordinating curriculum development, fostering student engagement, delivering teaching, and ensuring the effective implementation of academic programs in collaboration with Pathways leadership, academic staff, and other key stakeholders. The UniPath Coordinator will play a pivotal role in enhancing program quality, monitoring student progress, and applying innovative teaching strategies to support the success of these programs. Key Responsibilities Oversee UniPath programs, including liaison with course coordinators, high school partners, recruitment and admissions, and relevant University committees. Ensure UniPath programs and courses align with university policies, strategic objectives, and regulatory standards. Monitor and refine curriculum design, assessment, and pedagogy to maintain academic standards and best practice enabling education. Provide academic and pastoral support, identify students at risk, and advise on pathways to further study while fostering student partnership in learning. Represent and promote UniPath programs through university events, materials, and engagement with external stakeholders, including schools and accreditation bodies. Coordinate courses, manage teaching staff, and deliver lectures, tutorials, and assessments as required. Qualifications, skills & experience Doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing, or significant recognised experience in the relevant discipline. Demonstrated scholarly and professional achievement in the discipline area. Proven teaching experience in enabling programs and, ideally, with senior secondary students. Ability to contribute through research, professional practice, or creative achievement, with experience inside or outside tertiary education considered. Supportive of the Objects of Notre Dame as a Catholic University. Possession of a valid Working with Children Check. Benefits Fast paced environment with opportunity for professional growth. Generous training and development opportunities. Friendly and collaborative working environment. How to apply Please apply online with a resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Applications closing date: 5 January 2026 Shortlisting to start immediately after application closing date. For further information on how to apply, please visit: How to apply | Notre Dame Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.       The University of Notre Dame Australia seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the different needs of the University and its stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our staff. Contact us Please direct your queries regarding this role to Marcia Rodrigues, Unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies will not be entertained. Back to current openings