Educational Designer/Developer
- University of New South Wales
- Australia, ACT
- Jul 22, 2026
Job Description:
Educational Designer/Developer
- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: Fixed term until 31 December 2026
- Remuneration: $118,483-$128,233 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Location: Hybrid, UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
An Educational Designer/Developer plays a key role within the Technology Enabled Learning Support (TELS) team in the Learning and Teaching Group (LTG) by providing leadership and strategic thinking in the development and implementation of innovative learning practices.
LTG covers a broad range of support from educational development, design, technology, innovation, analytics, development for staff, and learning and wellbeing support for students across the Faculty. The role entails promoting educational excellence through conducting rigorous quality assurance processes, delivering learning and teaching development and resources, and designing and developing quality learning activities, modules, programs and courses in collaboration with academic staff to achieve learning and teaching strategies at UNSW Canberra.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence learning and teaching innovation across the Faculty. Working closely with academic staff and subject matter experts, you will design and develop engaging, high-quality learning experiences that enhance student outcomes and support strategic educational priorities. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, a collaborative approach, and the ability to apply contemporary pedagogical practices and educational technologies to curriculum design and development. You will contribute to quality assurance initiatives, provide professional development and advice to educators, and help drive continuous improvement in learning and teaching through research, analysis, and evidence-based practice.
The role reports to the Manager, Education Support, supporting the Head of Student Life and Experience.
Accountabilities:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Work collaboratively with Faculty and subject matter experts to design and develop undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum, incorporating effective delivery strategies using engaging and accessible content formats, constructively aligning learning activities, assessments and feedback.
- Design and develop quality online learning activities, modules, programs and courses in collaboration with academic staff, using proven pedagogical learning and teaching strategies to ensure improved learning and teaching outcomes in the Faculty.
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders through consultation and provision of advice on teaching, planning and activities toward developing and implementing innovative teaching strategies.
- Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
- Proven ability to collate and analyse data to support quality assurance initiatives, including identifying trends, generating reports, and providing actionable insights to improve learning and teaching processes and outcomes.
- Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Suite, Moodle, Turnitin and Echo360.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, while effectively self-managing workload, taking initiative and working independently to manage multiple tasks and prioritise competing demands.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Thursday 6th August at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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Job Description:
Educational Designer/Developer
- Employment Type: Full - time (35 hours a week)
- Duration: Fixed term until 31 December 2026
- Remuneration: $118,483-$128,233 base, plus 17% superannuation and leave loading
- Location: Hybrid, UNSW Canberra, ADFA Campus
About UNSW Canberra
University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital.
UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself from other institutions by its commitment to being thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all endeavours. This combined approach is integral to the university's impact and contributes to its recognition as one of the top 20 universities globally, as well as a proud member of Australia's esteemed Group of Eight. Choosing a career at UNSW means embracing an environment where thriving, facing challenges, and engaging in meaningful work are not just encouraged but integral to the university experience. If you seek a career where you can excel and contribute meaningfully, you've found the right place.
At UNSW, we pride ourselves on being a workplace where the best people come to do their best work.
Why Your Role Matters:
An Educational Designer/Developer plays a key role within the Technology Enabled Learning Support (TELS) team in the Learning and Teaching Group (LTG) by providing leadership and strategic thinking in the development and implementation of innovative learning practices.
LTG covers a broad range of support from educational development, design, technology, innovation, analytics, development for staff, and learning and wellbeing support for students across the Faculty. The role entails promoting educational excellence through conducting rigorous quality assurance processes, delivering learning and teaching development and resources, and designing and developing quality learning activities, modules, programs and courses in collaboration with academic staff to achieve learning and teaching strategies at UNSW Canberra.
This is an exciting opportunity to influence learning and teaching innovation across the Faculty. Working closely with academic staff and subject matter experts, you will design and develop engaging, high-quality learning experiences that enhance student outcomes and support strategic educational priorities. The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, a collaborative approach, and the ability to apply contemporary pedagogical practices and educational technologies to curriculum design and development. You will contribute to quality assurance initiatives, provide professional development and advice to educators, and help drive continuous improvement in learning and teaching through research, analysis, and evidence-based practice.
The role reports to the Manager, Education Support, supporting the Head of Student Life and Experience.
Accountabilities:
- Relevant tertiary qualification with subsequent relevant experience or equivalent competence gained through any combination of education, training and experience.
- Work collaboratively with Faculty and subject matter experts to design and develop undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum, incorporating effective delivery strategies using engaging and accessible content formats, constructively aligning learning activities, assessments and feedback.
- Design and develop quality online learning activities, modules, programs and courses in collaboration with academic staff, using proven pedagogical learning and teaching strategies to ensure improved learning and teaching outcomes in the Faculty.
- Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders through consultation and provision of advice on teaching, planning and activities toward developing and implementing innovative teaching strategies.
- Sound stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior management and liaise effectively with a range of stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.
- Proven ability to collate and analyse data to support quality assurance initiatives, including identifying trends, generating reports, and providing actionable insights to improve learning and teaching processes and outcomes.
- Experience working with a range of computer systems and applications, including Microsoft Suite, Moodle, Turnitin and Echo360.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and productively within a team, while effectively self-managing workload, taking initiative and working independently to manage multiple tasks and prioritise competing demands.
Please refer to the position description for full details.
Benefits and Culture:
UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, by providing access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.
- Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
- Additional three days leave during December festive period
- Career development opportunities
- Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
- Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
- Free gym access
- UNSW-wide strategy to focus on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture.
You can learn more about our Benefits and Culture at Lifestyle & Benefits UNSW
Eligibility:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this position.
The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.
As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role.
How to Apply:
Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online before Thursday 6th August at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2-page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description. In order to view the position description, please ensure that you allow pop-ups for https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au
Get in Touch:
Frank McHenry, Talent Acquisition Associate
Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.
Find out more about the lifestyle and benefits when working with UNSW
For further information about UNSW Canberra, please visit: UNSW Canberra
For further information on living in Canberra, please visit: Living in Canberra
UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.
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