Principal eLearning Advisor

  • The University of Queensland
  • Australia, QLD
  • Jun 9, 2026
Full-time
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    Job Description:

    About This Opportunity 

    Join a collaborative and forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing the student learning experience through innovative and impactful use of educational technologies.

    In this role, you will work closely with academic staff and stakeholders to design, deliver, and continuously improve eLearning solutions that empower teaching excellence and support transformative learning outcomes across the Faculty. You will contribute to UQ’s purpose of creating change together by enabling technology that connects people, ideas and opportunity. 

    Key responsibilities will include: 

    • Provide expert advice to academic staff on the effective use of eLearning and eAssessment tools to drive engaging and high-quality online and blended learning experiences.

    • Design and deliver workshops, resources and training to build capability in educational technologies and contemporary teaching practices. 

    • Identify, evaluate and promote innovative digital solutions that enhance student learning and improve the delivery of teaching. 

    • Collaborate with stakeholders across the Faculty and central teams to coordinate eLearning projects, ensuring seamless implementation and continuous improvement. 

    About You 

    Our ideal candidate will be an inquisitive and collaborative professional with a passion for enhancing education through technology. You will bring: 

    • A degree with subsequent relevant experience in education, learning design, instructional design or a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education. 

    • Demonstrated experience supporting academic staff in the use of educational technologies and learning management systems. 

    • Strong technical knowledge of established and emerging digital learning tools and platforms. 

    • Proven ability to design and deliver training, workshops and learning resources tailored to diverse audiences. 

    • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into clear and engaging guidance. 

    • Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to build effective working relationships across teams. 

    • A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities. 

    About UQ 

    As part of the UQ community, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, working together to create a better world. Our people are driven by curiosity, united by purpose, and committed to creating change together through education, research, and professional excellence. 

    You’ll enjoy a range of benefits and rewards, including up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, oncampus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. 

    Interested? 

    For more information about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Mitchell at [email protected]. For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at [email protected], stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line. 

    When you apply, please ensure you upload a resume and cover letter responding to and summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section.  Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

    Other Information 

    Preemployment checks may include verification of the right to work in Australia and other integrity and conduct requirements. 

    You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for these appointments. 

    We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and we encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criterion but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. 

    Applications close Monday, 22 June at 11.00pm AEST (R-64136). 



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