Lecturer In Tourism And Event Management (Melbourne)

Position Details School of Business and Creative Industries | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs Academic Level B – $118,481
- $140,567 per annum, plus up to 17% employer superannuation Full-time, ongoing appointment About the School The School of Business and Creative Industries (SBCI) is committed to "educating to make a difference", empowering students with innovative and sustainable practices to tackle global challenges. Opportunity Join a forward-thinking academic team delivering high-quality teaching across Tourism and Event Management. You will design and deliver future-focused programmes that prepare students for strategic, operational and technological challenges in the global tourism and event industries, and support curriculum renewal to reflect trends such as digital transformation, sustainability, immersive experiences and evolving global mobility. You will build industry connections, contribute to student employability, and develop an emerging research profile within a collaborative, high-performing environment. Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, scholarly teaching by maintaining discipline expertise, designing and continuously improving curricula, using contemporary technologies, and engaging students through effective face-to-face and online learning, assessment, and feedback. Contribute to learning and teaching leadership and scholarship through professional development, improving teaching practice, engaging in practitioner research, publishing outcomes and sharing expertise within and beyond the University. Build research capability and impact by developing a clear research agenda, conducting and collaborating on research projects, applying for competitive grants, publishing findings, and supervising higher-degree research candidates. Strengthen internal and external engagement by developing strategic partnerships, collaborating with industry and academic peers, and applying disciplinary expertise to real-world challenges that support regional, national and international impact. About You You are an engaging and industry-aware academic with a passion for delivering applied, experience-led learning. You bring demonstrated capability in designing and delivering contemporary, technology-enabled curriculum that reflects current and emerging industry practices across tourism and events, including digital transformation, sustainability and immersive experiences. You are confident in creating interactive, real-world learning environments that enhance student engagement, employability and career readiness. A team-oriented and motivated professional, you contribute to teaching excellence, research activity and meaningful industry engagement. You build strong relationships with colleagues and external partners, supporting curriculum innovation and continuous improvement. Committed to student success, you foster an inclusive, supportive academic workplace and actively contribute to a positive, high-performing culture within the School. Qualifications A doctoral qualification (or near completion) in Tourism, Event Management, Sport Tourism, Hospitality or a related discipline. Experience designing and delivering high-quality teaching in tourism and/or event management. Strong knowledge of contemporary industry trends, including digital, immersive and sustainable practices. Evidence of effective teaching practice, including curriculum design, student engagement and positive outcomes. An emerging research and/or scholarship profile, including publications or project involvement. Ability to build and maintain industry partnerships that enhance student learning and employability. Experience teaching sport tourism and/or sport management. Industry or research experience in major events, experience design or data-informed tourism practices. Benefits Collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture. Modern teaching and research facilities. Professional development and career pathway opportunities. Athena SWAN Bronze Award as part of Science in Australia Gender Equity initiative. Flexible work arrangements and generous leave options. Salary packaging options plus 17% superannuation. EAP, fitness passport and discounted private health. Equal Opportunity Employer UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. #J-*****-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qcahk