Creating a brighter future for all
Griffith University is a progressive, values-led university dedicated to learning, leadership, and innovation. This is your chance to help us achieve our vision to transform lives and add to human knowledge and understanding in a way that creates a future that benefits all.

Since opening in 1975, Griffith has grown from one campus and 451 students to become a comprehensive, multi-campus institution, with 50,000 students and more than 200,000 graduates.

Griffith Business School strives to prepare graduates for an ever-changing world where responsible leadership and sustainable business practices are critical. Our strong industry connections and partnerships with many high-profile organisations across the country and throughout the Asia–Pacific region ensures our graduates are equipped to meet the demands of employers, today and in the future.

The school is home to several world-class research facilities, including the Centre for Governance and Public Policy and Griffith Asia Institute. We pride ourselves on producing high impact, innovative and forward-thinking research. We are in constant pursuit of producing relevant research outcomes to inform best business practices, policies, and sustainable business solutions for our future world.

About the Opportunity
The School of Government and International Relations, situated within Griffith Business School, is seeking to appoint an innovative Lecturer in the discipline area of Political Science/Public Policy/International Relations. The School of Government and International Relations is among the highest ranked politics schools or departments in Australia. It has received the top ranking of 5, ‘Well above world standard,’ in Political Science/International Relations in the past three Excellence in Research for Australia exercises, dating to 2012.  

As a Lecturer, you will be expected to develop a strong research profile, engage in teaching activities, and contribute to the service and external engagement profile of the school. This will be evidenced by

high quality publications and research income; strong teaching evaluations and other evidence of teaching excellence; effective higher degree research supervision and completions and a well-defined, well-executed service contribution and external engagement agenda.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

• Undertaking research that is publishable in leading peer-reviewed journals and university presses and has the potential to attract and generate competitive funding
• Fostering excellent student experiences, including through the delivery of innovative and effective teaching and learning.
• Contributing meaningful service to the School of Government and International Relations and broader university community, and helping to engage and expand networks with salient external stakeholders.

This is a full time, continuing position based at the Nathan or Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University, there may be a requirement for you to work across other campus locations.

About You
The successful candidate will hold a PhD in Political Science, Public Policy or International Relations, or a closely relevant field, and will have the demonstrated ability to deliver outstanding research. The position is fully open with respect to sub-field. Ideally the person will have a strong background in quantitative methodology, qualitative methodology, or both, as demonstrated by high-quality peer-reviewed publications. The person will also have demonstrated knowledge, skills and experience in teaching at the tertiary education level. In addition, the person will have effective communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to work in a collegial manner and contribute to the positive culture and aspirations of the School.

Salary Range
The base salary for a Lecturer (Level B) position is in the range $105,144 - $124,862 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $123,019 - $146,089 per annum.

How to Apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role against the key responsibility in the position description 
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Please include the details of two supporting referees

Visa sponsorship is possible for this appointment for candidates who do not hold valid Australian work rights.

What Griffith University Offers

• Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance.
• Salary packaging options & corporate health discounts.
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave.

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's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

Further Information

For further information about this role, application and recruitment advice, please contact Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner, at [email protected]. 

Closing date: Monday, 22 May 2023 at 5:00pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.