Employment type:   Full-time, 35 hours per week 
Duration: Continuing 

Remuneration: Level B/C, level B from $133,065, level C from $161,619 plus leave loading and 17% super 
Location: UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus 

About UNSW Canberra 
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.  
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place. 

At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work. 

Why Your Role Matters: 
The School of Humanities and Social Science, UNSW Canberra, seeks a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Security Studies for an ongoing position. The successful candidate will demonstrate research depth, and educational breadth to cover both conventional and non-traditional security issues. The ideal candidate would also display a scholarly engagement in the disruptive effects of technological change, wider issues in International Relations, and an interest in Australian foreign/defence policy.  

Who You Are (skills and experience):  

• A PhD in Security Studies or a closely related discipline, or equivalent relevant professional experience.  

• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining currency in disciplinary knowledge, scholarship, and professional practice.  

• Proven experience in designing and delivering high-quality teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels, including curriculum development across a range of contexts.  

• Experience in the effective use of educational technologies and innovative approaches to online and blended learning delivery.  

• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to inclusive teaching practices and support equity, diversity, and student success initiatives.  

• Strong research track record with evidence of high-quality outputs, impact, and ongoing contribution to research excellence, with emerging or established research leadership.  

• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across disciplines, build professional relationships, and engage with industry or external stakeholders. 

Benefits and Culture:  
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements. 

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)  

• Additional three days leave during December festive period 

• Career development opportunities  

• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses 

• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice 

• Free gym access  

• UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.  

Eligibility:  

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position. 

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.  

Pre-Employment Checks 
Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for. 
These pre-employment checks may include a combination of some of the following checks:- 
• National and International Criminal history checks 
• Entitlement to work and ID checks 
• Working With Children Checks 
• Completion of a Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration 
• Verification of relevant qualifications 
• Verification of relevant professional membership 
• Employment history and reference checks 
• Financial responsibility assessments/checks 
• Medical Checks and Assessments 

Compliance with the necessary combination of these checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.