Lecturer

• Australian Defence College, Weston, Canberra (ACT) On site
• Full-time and Fixed Term (end of 2029)
• Level B $122,391 to $144,759 + 17% Superannuation
• This role is based on-site and remote work is not available for this role.

Since 2001, Deakin has supported the education and professional development of the next generation of senior defence leaders through its partnership with the Australian Defence College. This partnership is currently facilitated through the Australian War College.

The Australian War College is Australia’s senior professional military education institution and aims to provide graduates with an intellectual edge through a broad education in contemporary and future strategic challenges and opportunities. The Centre for Future Defence and National Security supports the Australian War College through the design and development of course units, academic advice to the leaders and facilitators of the program, and through the provision of postgraduate course options.

Deakin University seeks to recruit an academic to join a team of established colleagues working in the Centre for Future Defence and National Security for the design, development and delivery of innovative curriculum. In addition, the Lecturer will develop research that can align with the teaching program and defence and national security priorities.

The successful candidate will have expertise in a discipline relevant to teaching and research at the Centre for Future Defence and National Security. Given current teaching demands there is a preference for expertise in War Studies. Other relevant disciplines include strategic studies, military history and international relations.

The Lecturer will report to the Director of the Centre for Future Defence and National Security.

As a Lecturer, you will

• Deliver high-quality teaching, curriculum development, assessment and student feedback.
• Undertake independent research, contribute to scholarly publications, projects and funding opportunities.
• Contribute to academic administration and build industry, community and professional partnerships.
• Support student success, academic collaboration, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Please refer to the position description for a full list of Accountabilities.

To be successful, you’ll meet the following Key Selection Criteria

• Completion of a PhD in a relevant discipline or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training
• Demonstrated ability to deliver teaching and contribute to curriculum development
• Emerging track record of research or scholarly outputs
• Ability to contribute to academic administration and service
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

For a copy of the position description, please see below:

PD_ Level B_Lecturer.pdf

Applications for this position close on Friday 27th November 2026

Special Requirements –

• This role is based on-site and remote work is not available for this role.
• Infrequent work outside business hours is required
• This position may require the incumbent to travel domestically and/or internationally to attend conferences, events and to represent the university.
• Working with Children Check
• This position requires the incumbent to hold a current National Police Record Check
• This position will require the incumbent to obtain a Defence Common Access Card (DCAC) for base access.

Please submit your updated resume, a short cover letter and responses to the Key Selection Criteria.

For a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Michael Hatherell (Deputy Director, Centre for Future Defence and National Security) via email at m.hatherell@deakin.edu.au

Are You Ready?

Deakin is a Victorian university with a global impact. We are an agile, dynamic, and innovative university committed to making a positive impact through our excellence in education, research and innovation and the contributions we make to the wider community.

We understand that our reputation has been built on the dedication and expertise of our staff and we offer a dynamic and diverse working environment with opportunities to grow and develop careers. We believe that a progressive, thriving culture will ensure that people choose to come, and stay at Deakin and contribute to our ongoing success.

We value diversity and aim to build an inclusive environment that champions, embraces and respects differences. We support and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation, and genders.

Pre-employment safety and suitability checks

In accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence, appointment to this role is subject to successful completion of relevant pre-employment checks, including Working With Children Checks and candidate gender-based violence declarations.

Candidates may be asked to declare whether they have been investigated for an allegation of Gender‑based Violence, or determined to have engaged in conduct that constitutes Gender‑based Violence during the course of their previous employment, or otherwise in a legal process. A declaration is not required from individuals who have experienced gender‑based violence. A ‘Yes’ response does not automatically exclude a candidate from employment, and any information provided will be treated confidentially and considered only for relevance to the role and the University’s safety obligations.