Educational Designer

Creating a brighter future for life in the Tropics and beyond, through education and research that makes a difference locally and globally, James Cook University (JCU) is seeking an innovative and collaborative Educational Designer to join our team.

• Full-time, continuing position
• Located at either the Townsville Bebegu Yumba, Cairns Nguma-bada campus or Remote
• Academic Level B (plus up to 17% employer superannuation contributions, leave loading and other generous employee benefits)

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE ROLE

 You are an experienced educational design professional with a passion for enhancing learning and teaching through innovative, inclusive and technology-enhanced educational practices. You thrive in collaborative environments and have a demonstrated ability to partner with educators and stakeholders to co-design and co-develop engaging curriculum, learning experiences and assessment that support student success.

Drawing on your expertise in curriculum development, pedagogy, assessment design, learning technology integration and evidence-informed decision making, you provide high-level advice and support to educators to create impactful learning experiences for diverse learners across a range of disciplines and delivery modes.

You will bring extensive experience in learning design, contemporary educational technologies and inclusive teaching practices, with the ability to apply evidence-based approaches and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles to improve curriculum quality and student outcomes. Your project management capability, scholarly mindset and collaborative approach will enable you to lead complex curriculum and assessment initiatives while contributing to JCU's learning and teaching scholarship.

With exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, you will build productive partnerships across the University and play a key role in advancing innovative educational practices that support JCU's strategic learning and teaching priorities.

WHAT YOU CAN ACCOMPLISH IN THE ROLE

• Partner with educators and stakeholders to co-design and develop inclusive, student-centred curriculum, learning activities and assessment aligned with JCU's learning and teaching priorities.
• Apply contemporary pedagogical expertise, evidence-based design principles and innovative technologies to create engaging learning experiences across a variety of disciplines and learning modes.
• Lead and manage curriculum, assessment and course design projects, working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams to deliver strategic educational outcomes.
• Design and facilitate professional learning opportunities that build educator capability in the effective use of learning technologies, digital resources and innovative teaching practices.
• Enhance the student learning experience through data-informed approaches, learning analytics and the application of emerging technologies that support engagement, accessibility and success.
• Provide expert advice and guidance on inclusive learning design, curriculum enhancement, assessment practice and technology integration.
• Contribute to the scholarship of learning and teaching through research, publication and dissemination of innovative educational practice.
• Support the development of institutional policies, frameworks and initiatives that advance JCU's strategic goals for learning and teaching excellence.

It is a requirement of this position to undertake travel and/or attend conferences deemed necessary to the advancement and success of learning and teaching at James Cook University.

WHY JCU?

JCU offers a culturally diverse working environment with opportunities for professional and personal growth. Employee wellbeing is at the core of our values, and we support our people through a range of benefits, including:

• Up to 17% employer superannuation contributions with UniSuper
• 5 weeks annual recreation leave
• 15 days paid sick/personal/carer's leave per year
• Flexible working options
• Salary packaging opportunities
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional development opportunities
• Staff study assistance
• Health insurance discounts
• Access to campus facilities including medical services, cafés, gyms and childcare

HOW TO APPLY

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us at JCU, where your future meets the tropics.

Click the ‘apply’ button to be redirected to the JCU careers page, create an applicant account and follow the steps below:

1.            Complete the application form

2.            Upload your current resume

3.            Upload a cover letter outlining your relevant experience in relation to the key requirements of the role and how your skills and experience will ensure your success.

Applications close Sunday, 13th September at 11.55pm. 

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