Associate Lecturer in Acting

Job Description

One of the Asia-Pacific’s leading music and performing arts schools, Queensland Conservatorium Griffith University (QCGU) offers a comprehensive suite of professionally-oriented and community-resonant opportunities and qualifications in music and performing arts. Its current fields of focus are music (performance, contemporary creative practices, education & community, production & entrepreneurship), acting and musical theatre, with programs embracing community stakeholders from early childhood to senior citizenship including our comprehensive suite of full-time tertiary programs (Bachelor, Masters, PhD) relevant for 800 students.  

QCGU is seeking an Associate Lecturer (Level A) in Acting to contribute to high-quality teaching, course coordination and the ongoing development of scholarly and/or professional practice within the Acting discipline. On offer is a continuing, 50% part-time position.

Ideal candidates will bring substantial professional and/or pedagogical experience in actor training, with the capacity to teach across a range of acting practices, performance contexts and genres. We are particularly interested in practitioners whose artistic and teaching practice can contribute to a contemporary, collaborative and industry-engaged approach to actor training.

This teaching focused position will commence 1 February 2027 with the occupant required to undertake full academic responsibilities and related administration for the coordination of courses, programs and associated student activities – including regular use of University IT systems to do so.

On campus, face-to-face teaching is required and work patterns for part-time positions are expected to reflect the teaching requirements of the role.

Key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the University’s undergraduate, and postgraduate program suite facilitating high quality, student-centred learning activities.
• Support high-quality learning and teaching outcomes for students evidenced by technology enhanced learning, problem oriented, authentic learning and assessment practices.
• Support a student-centred service culture and establishment of positive, respectful and supportive relationships between staff and students.
• Promote and enhance student learning experiences through engagement with industry and broader community to develop work integrated learning opportunities and support employability initiatives.

This is a continuing, 50% part-time position primarily based at Griffith University Brisbane City (South Bank) Queensland Conservatorium. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations. Griffith University’s campuses are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
The full-time equivalent (FTE) base salary for an Associate Lecturer (Level A) is in the range $82,704 - $111,219 + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $96,764 - $130,126 per annum.

Qualifications

The occupant will hold relevant tertiary education qualifications with at least honours or higher or equivalent professional education and experience. You will also have:

• Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and to engage students effectively
• Proven ability to develop and implement innovative curriculum and teaching materials
• Demonstrated experience in providing academic support and mentoring to students
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and engagement in scholarly activities relevant to teaching
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to interdisciplinary projects
• A well-established artistic identity which embraces a diversity of communities, performative contexts and genres. 
• Commitment to making Acting in Queensland matter, both state-wide and within the region that embraces Australasia, Oceania and East, South and Southeast Asia. 
• Demonstrated leadership with the ability to inspire and motivate people to be as engaged with acting as they are able, both individually and collectively. 

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• Wide range of Learning and Development opportunities
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

In line with the Conservatorium's commitment to inclusion and equity, candidates with identified expertise that speaks to encouraging and supporting students of different abilities or of diverse cultural backgrounds, particularly First Nations, are encouraged to apply.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the About you section above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

Applicants must have unrestricted working rights.  Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Successful candidates may be subject to a criminal history check.

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Vanessa Tomlinson, Director, QCGU at [email protected]

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Theresa Burke, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected].

Closing date: Monday, 23 November 2026 at 11.59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.