Lecturer, Science of Learning and Effective Pedagogy

• Salary Package: Lecturer (Level B) $127,138 to $150,425 per annum plus 17% employer's superannuation and annual leave loading
• Appointment Type: Full-time, continuing (part-time may be considered for the right candidate)
• Macquarie University, Wallumattagal Campus, North Ryde

Are you passionate about translating the Science of Learning into meaningful teaching practice? Join the Macquarie School of Education as a Lecturer (Teaching and Leadership) - Science of Learning and Effective Pedagogy, where you'll help prepare future teachers through our initial teacher education programs.

Join one of Australia's leading providers of teacher education and contribute to a School committed to evidence-based practice, innovation, and improving outcomes for children, families, schools, and communities.

THE ROLE
Macquarie School of Education is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in the Science of Learning and Effective Pedagogy to contribute to the development, leadership and delivery of initial teacher education. The focus of the role is the application of the science of learning across the primary and secondary phases of our initial teacher education courses, helping our teacher education students understand both the principles and practices of learning-science-informed effective pedagogy.

In this role you will:

• Contribute to pedagogy, curriculum and learning resource development across initial teacher education courses.
  
• Design, deliver and manage teaching and assessment, including lectures, tutorials and high-quality professional learning for in-service teachers.
  
• Provide leadership in our teaching of the Strong Beginnings core content areas, 'brain and learning' and 'effective pedagogical practices'.
  
• Engage in leadership and scholarship related to teacher education.
  
• Model inclusive teaching that recognises intersectional inequities and responds to the varied needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
  
• Contribute to Initial Teacher Education course leadership, administration and staff professional development.

ABOUT US
Macquarie School of Education is one of Australia's largest providers of initial and postgraduate teacher education. Ranked among the world's top 150 universities by QS and No. 1 in Australia for Early Childhood Education (Australian Research Magazine), the School has recently redesigned its teacher education programs across early childhood, primary and secondary education, with an emphasis on the knowledge and expertise required by contemporary teachers and work-integrated learning.

We are committed to leading-edge education and research that supports excellent, engaging teaching and learning. We seek to maximise opportunities for children, families, schools and communities through teaching, learning, research and advocacy.

The School is part of the Faculty of Arts and is home to the Centre for Research in Early Childhood Education (CRECE), the Learning and Equity Incubator, and the Research on Artificial Intelligence in School Education (RAISE) Incubator.

ABOUT YOU
You are an accredited primary or secondary teacher (NSW or equivalent) and have a strong track record and/or current experience of leading curriculum and pedagogy development and delivering excellent evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning. You have expertise in one or more NSW syllabus and have proven capacity to lead our teaching of the Strong Beginnings core content 'brain and learning' and 'effective pedagogical practices' areas. You are a clear communicator with a proactive, adaptable approach, and you enjoy working as part of a team, bringing well-developed interpersonal, organisational and time management skills.

Key Selection Criteria

• Accredited teacher (NSW or equivalent) and sustained experience of effective teaching in contemporary primary or secondary schools

• Demonstrated expert knowledge of relevant NSW curriculum.

• Demonstrated expertise in Strong Beginnings core content areas 1 and 2.

• Demonstrated expertise in the science of learning and evidence-based pedagogy, along with a commitment and capability to deliver high quality learning and teaching.

• Demonstrated capacity or potential for delivering high-quality teaching for teacher education students, including the design, delivery, and management of lectures, tutorials, and assessments and high-quality professional learning for in-service teachers

• Demonstrated capacity to model how to teach inclusively, recognising intersectional inequities and barriers to learning and responding to the needs of students with diverse identifications, learning needs and from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

• Willingness and ability to contribute to Initial Teacher Education course leadership.

• Track-record of making positive contributions, or capacity to contribute, to administration and /or staff professional development in a University or education setting.

• Adaptability, flexibility, resilience, and team-work capabilities.

***The successful candidate will be required to complete a Police Check, academic qualification verification, verification of teacher accreditation (NSW or equivalent), and hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check prior to commencing employment.

TO APPLY
To be considered for this position, please apply online by submitting your CV and a separate cover letter that demonstrates how you meet each of the following selection criteria above and why you would be well-suited for the position.

Position Enquiries: Professor Deborah Youdell, Dean, Macquarie School of Education, at ***************@mq.edu.au

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Tuesday 22 September 2026 at 11:59 p.m. (AEST)

*** Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to progress or decline an application prior to the application closing date. We also reserve the right to close the advertisement early if a sufficient number of qualified applicants is received.

Why Work at Macquarie
We rank amongst the top employers in the Australian Workplace Employers Index, having recently earned a five-star rating in the QS World Rankings with the highest rating for employability.

Our prime location is just a short walk from Macquarie University Metro Station and Macquarie Shopping Centre. Enjoy the benefits of working at a campus that offers:

• 17% Superannuation
• Subsidised onsite parking options
• Flexible working options
• Training and professional development
• Onsite childcare facilities
• Discounted health insurance (Medibank)
• Onsite vacation care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Subsidised membership at the Sport & Aquatic Centre
• Onsite GP, imaging & physio clinics

Pre-Employment Checks
Macquarie University cultivates a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and strong integrity. Prior to completion of an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to participate in a combination of pre-employment checks relevant to the role they have applied for.

Your employment is conditional upon the completion and maintenance of all role-required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University.

A Place Where You Belong

At Macquarie, we believe diversity makes us stronger, inclusion drives our success, and belonging inspires us to do our best work. We are proud to foster a community where different backgrounds, identities, and experiences are valued, and where our people are empowered to thrive through supportive leadership, shared responsibility, and a deep commitment to genuine care and respect for our community. Find out more about our vision for a truly inclusive workplace in our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Framework.

Flexible Work

At Macquarie, we believe by providing flexibility in when, where and how work is done, we can support our staff to manage their personal commitments, while optimising their work performance and contributions to the University. See how we lead in flexible work to enable an outcome focused and inclusive workplace. To learn more about our culture and hiring process, visit our Jobs at Macquarie page.