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About us:
At University of Canberra we don’t just educate, we empower. With a strong focus on innovation, equity, and sustainability, our vibrant campus in Australia’s capital city is a launchpad for first-in-family students and future leaders alike. UC is more than a university, it’s a community committed to shaping a better world through education, research, and opportunity with a strong commitment to inclusivity and reducing inequalities.
About the role:
At the University of Canberra, we are committed to supporting our international students to thrive academically and professionally. We are seeking a self-driven and highly motivated Academic Lead to lead strategic initiatives that strengthen English and academic skills development for international students in health-related courses.
In this leadership role, you will collaborate with staff and students across the Faculty to design and deliver impactful academic support programs. You will play a vital role in integrating targeted language and learning initiatives into the Faculty’s educational and Work Integrated Learning (WIL) strategies, bridging communication gaps and creating a more connected and supportive learning environment.
Key responsibilities:
Design and deliver academic study modules for international Health students aligned with UC’s WIL and assessment frameworks.
Collaborate with Faculty educators to enhance academic support across the international student journey.
Develop and deliver a Faculty-focused evaluation strategy (including but not limited to SOTL/Research) to demonstrate impact of interventions on international students’ success in both course work and work-integrated learning.
About you:
Self-driven, highly motivated, and passionate about enhancing international student success.
Strong awareness of the academic and cultural challenges faced by international students in higher education.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to bridge gaps and engage effectively across diverse groups.
Ability to collaborate with academic and professional staff to deliver impactful learning initiatives.
A PhD in a related Health Science discipline is desirable; Candidates who have commenced a PhD are also encouraged to apply.
Offerings/ Benefits/ Culture:
The University offers excellent conditions and benefits such as:
Flexible working arrangements and Family-friendly policies
On campus Gym, Medical services, Cafes, Post office, Supermarket and Childcare facilities.
Professional Development offerings (study assistance, corporate programs and discounts)
Innovative work environment with a diverse and inclusive culture
Access to Employee Assistance Program and a corporate private Health Plan (Bupa)
University of Canberra is a values based organisation and sets a goal to be the national sector leader in equity, diversity, inclusion and access via Connected – A Decadal Strategy 2023-2032 . UC encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
Eligibility:
Applicants who wish to apply for this position should have valid working rights at the time of submission.
The University of Canberra is committed to the safety of vulnerable and young people. As such, successful applicants will be required to have a current ACT working with vulnerable people registration. For further details on how to apply please click https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au
How to apply:
Please refer to the Position Description , and apply with your CV and a 1-page cover letter, outlining your ideas for how you would approach the primary responsibilities - particularly how you would improve the academic success of international students in the Faculty of Health.
If you are initially shortlisted, you may be asked to complete an online one-way video interview. There will be a list of pre-set questions that will need to be answered within a stipulated time.
For job specific information: please contact Bernie Bissett, Associate Dean Work Integrated Learning, bernie.bissett@canberra.edu.au .
For recruitment and application questions: please contact the Talent Solutions team on 02 6206 3867 or email uctalent@canberra.edu.au . If you would like to request a reasonable adjustment to the selection process, please feel free to contact us.
Closing date: 11.55pm, Sunday 16 November 2025.
