Lecturer in Gender Studies
unimelb · Parkville · On-site
Pay: USD 124,656 – 148,023 a year
Posted Oct 6, 2026
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Role type: Part-time (0.8 FTE); Fixed term until 31 Dec 2029 Faculty: Faculty of Arts Department/ School: School of Social and Political Sciences Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Shape cutting-edge Trans and Queer Studies scholarship / inspire diverse Gender Studies students / join a values-driven social sciences school
Apply now to lead inclusive Gender Studies teaching and research focused on Trans and Queer Studies scholarship.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
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Your next career opportunity You will help shape transformative Gender Studies curricula, with a special focus on Trans and Queer Studies scholarship. You will develop your research profile, collaborate across disciplines, and contribute to an inclusive, socially engaged School culture.
What you will deliver:
Coordinate and deliver engaging undergraduate and honours subjects in Gender Studies, including high-enrolment classes and team teaching.
Design inclusive, innovative curricula and technology-enhanced learning resources that support an increasingly diverse student cohort.
Undertake high-quality research in Trans and Queer Studies, producing peer-reviewed publications and seeking competitive grant funding.
Supervise honours, graduate coursework and research higher degree students, fostering collaborative and multidisciplinary projects.
Contribute to School and Faculty leadership, committees, and external engagement, including national and international partnerships.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold a completed PhD in Gender Studies or a closely related discipline.
Specialise in Trans and Queer Studies with a research focus that complements existing Gender Studies strengths.
Demonstrate excellence in tertiary teaching, including coordinating subjects, developing curricula and delivering high-enrolment classes.
Supervise honours and postgraduate coursework theses, and contribute to research higher degree supervision.
Maintain a strong, developing publication record and show capacity to secure competitive research grants and consultancies.
Apply inclusive pedagogies and collegial behaviours that support diverse students and embody Faculty of Arts values.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you! We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities,…