Academic Course Coordinator/Course Chair (Online Juris Doctorate)

VU Online delivers fully online Higher Education courses for Victoria University (VU). Victoria University is a dual sector university that offers the VU Block Model, an Australian first that lets students focus on one unit at a time – leading to increased student success. 

At VU Online, we’re proud to deliver award-winning postgraduate and undergraduate courses that empower students to succeed backed by exceptional academic support and a commitment to preparing graduates with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in industry. As a workplace, we’re building a community where everyone belongs, and where inclusivity, respect, and support are imbedded in how we work every day.

Driven by an ambitious growth agenda, VU Online operates as a dynamic scale-up, fast-moving, innovative and focused on delivering meaningful impact for learners.

Our culture

VU Online is a fast-growing, student-centric team that genuinely lives its values, not just displays them. We Own It taking responsibility for our work and its impact, and focusing on solutions rather than blame when things go wrong. We Test & Learn, bringing curiosity and adaptability to everything we do. We're Better Together, valuing collaboration and real relationships over working in silos and we Build with Care, showing up for each other with empathy, honesty and respect.

About you

VU Online is a fast-growing, student-centric team that genuinely lives its values, not just displays them. We’re also proud to have recently been recognised at the AFR Higher Education as a finalist in the Teaching and Learning Excellence category - a recognition which demonstrates our passion for our students.

We Own It taking responsibility for our work and its impact and focusing on solutions rather than blame when things go wrong. We Test & Learn, bringing curiosity and adaptability to everything we do. We're Better Together, valuing collaboration and real relationships over working in silos and we Build with Care, showing up for each other with empathy, honesty and respect.

Purpose of the position

• Lead and manage the high-quality, student-centred delivery of VU Online Law courses (including the Juris Doctor) across the education portfolio and within the relevant College, ensuring academic excellence, innovation, and strong student outcomes.

• Ensure compliance and accreditation integrity by aligning all teaching, learning, and assessment activities with Victoria University policies, TEQSA’s Higher Education Standards Framework (2021), the Uniform Law admission requirements (Legal Profession Uniform Law), and other relevant accrediting and admitting bodies.

• Drive continuous improvement and collaboration across academic and professional teams to enhance curriculum design, unit design, assessment, the student experience, and operational performance, strengthening VU Online’s position as a national leader in flexible, high-quality digital education.

Selection criteria

1. A doctoral qualification (PhD or equivalent) and/or relevant qualifications and professional experience that satisfy admission and accreditation requirements for legal education.

2. Currently admitted (or eligible for admission) as a legal practitioner, plus relevant legal practice and academic experience.

3. Proven record of excellence and innovation in online learning and teaching as well as leadership within Law education, with deep understanding of the challenges associated with online learning for students.

4. Extensive experience in the administration and end-to-end delivery of online higher education programs, including curriculum design, assessment, moderation, and quality assurance processes.

5. Demonstrated academic leadership, with a proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate academic staff to deliver high-quality online learning experiences and achieve strong student outcomes.

6. Proven expertise in course quality assurance and improvement, including the ability to lead comprehensive course reviews, implement enhancement plans, and align with TEQSA and legal admission accreditation standards.

7. Strong understanding of higher education governance, accreditation, and compliance frameworks, including the TEQSA Higher Education Standards Framework (2021), Priestley 11 / academic requirements for admission, and institutional policies.

8. Exceptional written and verbal communication, consultation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build productive relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders.

9. Demonstrated commitment to learning and teaching excellence and continuous professional growth, with an enthusiasm for advancing innovative, student-centred approaches to online education.

Desired selection criteria

1. Demonstrated research profile as evidenced by high quality publications.

2. Experience practicing in a legal role or experience in a legal education leadership role.

Selection Process

Please apply with your CV and a Cover Letter concisely addressing each of the Key Selection Criteria (no more than 2 pages).

(Applications that do not contain both a CV and Cover Letter will not be considered.

If this is of interest, we'd love to hear from you. Applications close 24 September 2026. VU Online will prioritise to contact shortlisted candidates only.

Social Inclusion

VU Online is committed to equal opportunity, social justice, cultural diversity and social inclusion in education and employment. We are an LGBTIQA+ &and gender diverse employer. Victoria University's commitment to social justice has been recognised in the Impact Rankings, which track universities against the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Acknowledgment of Country

Victoria University acknowledges, recognises and respects the Ancestors, Elders and families of the Boonwurrung, Waddawurrung and Wurundjeri of the Kulin who are the traditional owners of University land in Victoria, and the Gadigal and Guring-gai of the Eora Nation who are the traditional owners of University land in Sydney.