Principal Learning Designer

• UQ Business School within the Business, Economics and Law Faculty  

• Full-time (100%), permanent role

• Base salary will be in the range $106,709.01 - $116,198.52 + 17% super (HEW Level 7) 

• Based at our St Lucia Campus  

Join a well-established and highly regarded learning design team within UQ Business School, recognised for its collaborative approach to program development and teaching innovation. Reporting to the Senior Manager Learning Design, and working under broad direction, the Principal Learning Designer plays a strategic role in shaping contemporary, inclusive and high‑quality learning experiences across award and non‑award programs.
We are seeking an experienced professional who will complement our existing team, bringing their expertise and perspective to further strengthen an already high-performing environment. You will work closely with academic and professional colleagues in a setting that values curiosity, experimentation and shared purpose, where your ideas will help build on what is already working well.
 

Key responsibilities will include:  

• Identifying, championing and embedding innovative pedagogical approaches and learning technologies that enhance the student learning experience.

• Advising and partnering with academic, professional and University colleagues to design, develop, implement and evaluate effective learning experiences.

• Leading and coordinating curriculum projects, including curriculum reviews and uplift initiatives, in collaboration with learning design, academic and professional teams.

• Maintaining and sharing current knowledge of best practice, research and emerging opportunities in teaching and learning across the higher education sector. 

You will bring a thoughtful, evidence‑informed approach to learning design, along with the confidence to work independently and collaboratively in a complex academic environment.
You will also demonstrate:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications with at least 4 years’ subsequent experience, or an equivalent combination of relevant experience, education and training.

• Demonstrated experience designing, developing and evaluating innovative learning and teaching approaches in higher education.

• Expertise in one or more priority areas such as AI capability development, Indigenous perspectives and ways of learning, principles for responsible management education (PRME), or online, hybrid and blended learning.

• Proven ability to apply contemporary learning design principles, including inclusive and evidence‑based pedagogies, to improve student learning outcomes.

• Experience supporting academic staff with curriculum development, renewal or uplift.

• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage priorities, use data and feedback, and drive continuous improvement.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a demonstrated capacity to build trusted relationships across academic and professional communities.

• A commitment to ongoing professional development and reflective practice.

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. Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available.  

Enjoy up to 26 weeks paid parental and primary care leave, 17% super, 17.5% leave loading, flexible and hybrid working options, health and wellbeing programs, a heavily discounted Study for Staff program, on‑campus childcare, affordable parking, and salary packaging. 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Carrie Finn, Senior Manager Learning Design via email [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 summarizing how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section. Please note that applications received via email will not be accepted. 

Pre-employment checks may include: verification of the right to work in Australia. This may also include checks relating to gender-based violence matters or 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 this appointment.  

We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We recognise that career pathways and opportunities differ, and encourage applications from candidates who may not meet every criteria but can demonstrate their potential relative to opportunity. We’re also happy to support any accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process. Just let us know how we can help by emailing [email protected] or calling +61 7 3365 2623. 

Applications close Tuesday 7 July 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-65747). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the week commencing 13 July 2026.