• Employment Type: Full Time Ongoing
• Remuneration: $113K to $123K + 17% super and leave loading
• Location: Kensington UNSW Campus

Why Your Role Matters

The Academic Learning Facilitator (STEM) is part of the Student Learning Team within the PVCE portfolio, responsible for teaching UNSW enabling programs—especially the University Preparation Program—and providing STEM-focused academic support. The role aims to boost student participation and success by promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion aligned with UNSW’s Strategy: Progress For All. Working closely with the Program Director and Head of Student Learning, the Facilitator delivers teaching, academic skills support, advice, and may coordinate courses. They collaborate with UNSW academic staff to ensure a positive student learning experience. The role reports to the Lead, Learning Hub, with a dotted line to the Program Director, and has no direct reports.

Main responsibilities Summary

• Teach enabling programs and coordinate Math courses preparing students for UNSW first-year Math.
• Provide academic support via consultations, workshops, and university events using educational technology.
• Foster innovation and continuous improvement in enabling education.
• Build partnerships across UNSW to support diverse student needs.
• Help design and improve accessible STEM education programs and resources.
• Manage academic development projects and digital learning integration.
• Collaborate with faculties to address learning needs and support academic facilitation.
• Develop policies and training materials for enabling STEM education.
• Promote digital delivery and provide responsive support to students and staff.

Who You Are

We are looking for someone who is aligned with UNSW’s vision and values and comes with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in educational programs and initiatives
• Experience supporting students from diverse equity backgrounds and understanding of accessibility issues in higher education
• Skilled in curriculum design, assessment, and teaching approaches that support academic development
• Proficient in using educational technologies and learning management systems; able to drive innovation in learning resources
• Experienced in online learning and teaching environments
• Strong collaboration skills across different levels within higher education
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a student-focused, service-oriented approach
• Able to work independently and as part of a team, with initiative, sound judgement, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines

Candidates will need to have ongoing working rights – this role is not available for sponsorship.

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: 

• Access to up to 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments 
• Additional 3 days of leave over the end of the year period 
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

Recruitment process: Please submit your resume as well as cover letter that addresses your motivation and your suitability for the role addressing all points under the “who you are” section of the job ad.

You can send via the ‘Apply Now’ button. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW.

Applications close:  Tuesday 9^th December 2025 before 11:55pm

Get in touch for any question or support: Kim Symons, Talent Acquisition, k.symons@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. 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.