Learning Adviser

  • Contract
  • Primary Location (Campus): Brisbane South (Nathan)
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department ID: Library - IRN
  • Appointment Type: Fixed Term

Company Description

Join the Griffith Library's Academic Engagement Services team - an innovative, collegial team within a caring and supportive workplace.

  • Three full time, fixed term Learning Adviser vacancies, until 31/12/2027
  • Based at either our Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast campuses

Job Description

As a Learning Adviser, you will interact virtually and face-to-face with academic and support services staff and students to deliver high quality academic skills support. You’ll collaborate closely with a committed team of Librarians, Learning Advisers, and Digital Capability Advisers to enhance students’ academic success. 

Based within the Academic Engagement Services team, the three roles available are across the following areas:  

  • Arts, Education and Law (AEL) and Business 
  • Health and Sciences 
  • An equity-funded team supporting students from low SES and/or First Peoples backgrounds 

The Academic Engagement Services team supports students with academic skills development through workshops, consultations, eLearning resources and other learning and teaching services.   

In this key role, you will be involved with project work developing a study support service for neurodivergent students and supporting professional development in disability support within the Library. 

This is a wonderful opportunity to hone your skills and experience, whilst supporting our students to maximise their potential.

About you  

  • A background in education supporting students in the higher education sector (experience in academic libraries is desirable). 
  • A strong commitment to supporting inclusive practice.
  • Experience in developing eLearning resources, delivering workshops, student consultations and other teaching and learning services as required.
  • Excellent communicator with demonstrated teaching and digital skills, client support capability and problem-solving skills.  
  • Flexible, well-organised, and effective working independently and as part of a team in a rapidly changing environment. 
  • Knowledge of inclusive pedagogical practices that ensure accessibility, cultural relevance and meaningful engagement for students from diverse backgrounds. 
  • Committed to continuous improvement. 

What we can offer

  • Our vibrant Gold Coast campus offers a variety of on-campus services, including a range of cafes and sporting facilities.
  • Our Brisbane South (Nathan) community offers a campus based in the serene Toohey forest.
  • Flexible working from home options.  

These are fixed term (until 31/12/2027) positions.  The positions can be based at either Brisbane South (Nathan) or at the Gold Coast campus.  As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.

Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be HEW Level 7: $101,068 – $ 109,496 p.a. + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be $118,249 – $128,110 per annum

Qualifications

A degree or post-graduate qualification in education or related discipline, or significant progress towards a degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant knowledge, training and/or experience.  

Additional Information

At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

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 University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

  • A covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your suitability for the role referring to the "About you" section above. (For further information, please see the Position Description)
  • If you have a preference for a particular team and/or campus location, please state this in your application. 
  • Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details

Applicants must have Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Jennifer Thomas, Head, Academic Engagement Services at [email protected]  

Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community.

Closing date: Sunday 29th March 2026 AEST at 11:59 pm. All applications must be submitted online.

 

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