Educational Developer, Nexus Program – UNSW Business School

Job no: 529766
Work type: Full Time
Location: Sydney, NSW
Categories: Various categories

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  • Employment Type: Full Time, Fixed term to December 2026 (35-hour week)
  • Remuneration Level 7: $110,073 - $119,132+ 17% superannuation
  • Location: Kensington, NSW

About us:

UNSW Business School is a leader in business education and research in the Asian region and one of the largest Business Schools in Australia with more than 16,500 students, 500 academic and professional staff and more than 80,000 alumni and partners. The Business School offers a full suite of business degree programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, coursework and research levels, including the AGSM MBA programs and a range of Executive Programs.

Position Summary:

Part of UNSW Business School, the Educational Developer (Nexus Program) is critical for delivering Faculty, cross-Faculty and UNSW-wide educational initiatives.  You will assist in the implementation and evaluation of teaching methods, technologies and techniques, developed or encouraged by the Pro Vice-Chancellor Education & Student Experience Portfolio. The role of Educational Developer reports to the Senior Education Developer, Nexus Program and has no direct reports.


Accountabilities:

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Accountabilities)

  • Development, design, implementation and evaluation of digital resources and activities for blended, hybrid and online delivery.
  • Assisting in the adoption of institution-wide educational initiatives and other new teaching approaches and technologies.
  • Adapting institutional solutions to the Faculty context where necessary.
  • Collaborate with other members of the Nexus Program team to ensure consistent approaches to the implementation of new initiatives across schools and faculties.
  • Maintain an understanding of current pedagogical methods and tools, to help identify innovative solutions that will enhance the student learning environment and academic teaching capabilities.
  • Contribute to the operation of the UNSW Education Co-op by acting as a consultant for educators across the university who visit the Co-op for help or advice.
  • Provide advice, support and troubleshooting to academics on the implementation of university wide initiatives, and on other effective digital tools and techniques for achieving their specific learning goals.
  • Contribute to the delivery of training, resources, communications, programs and events related to Nexus Program and other teaching and learning initiatives in the Faculty and University.

Skills and Experience:

To be considered you will hold Australian Working Rights or Australian Citizenship. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

(please review the Position Description for a full list of Skills and Experience)

  • A degree in education or educational technologies with a depth of subsequent relevant experience in educational design, or other equivalent level of knowledge gained through any other combination of education, training and/or experience.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the principles of pedagogy, course design and blended learning.
  • Demonstrated experience delivering high quality customer service, preferably in a University context.
  • Experience in one or more of the educationally aligned areas of assessment and feedback, AI for learning, belonging and wellbeing, diversity and inclusion, and/or societal impact.
  • Demonstrated technical knowledge of common Learning Management Systems and tools for creating pedagogically appropriate digital educational resources.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail for deliverables produced.
  • Demonstrated success working effectively and collaboratively on initiatives with a range of people at different levels within an organisation.
  • Excellent time management skills, with a demonstrated ability to respond to changing priorities, manage multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines by using judgement and initiative.

Benefits and Culture:

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our benefits include:

  • Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
  • Career development opportunities
  • 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
  • Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
  • Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits


How to Apply:

Submit both a Cover Letter and CV online via the UNSW Job Board before Thursday 9th January 2024 by 11:30pm. Please ensure your Cover Letter addresses the Skills and Experience mentioned in the advert (no more than 1-2 pages). Applications will be reviewed in January after advertisement closes. 


Get in Touch:

Any applications sent to the contacts below will not be accepted.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Cairns at natalie.cairns@unsw.edu.au

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact Allyssar Hamoud at a.hamoud@unsw.edu.au


UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

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