Lecturer (EF) French Studies in Sydney

Employment Type: Part-time (0.8 FTE, 28 hours per week)

Duration: Fixed-term contract until 31 December 2027 (Target start date: 15 January 2027)

Remuneration: Level B: $133,065 – $156,864 + 17% superannuation + leave loading (pro rata at 0.8 FTE)

Location: UNSW Kensington Campus

About UNSW

UNSW isn’t like other places you’ve worked. Yes, we’re a large organisation with a diverse and talented community, a community doing extraordinary things. Together, we are driven to be thoughtful, practical, and purposeful in all we do. Taking this combined approach is what makes our work matter. If you want a career where you can thrive, be challenged and do meaningful work, you’re in the right place.

Why Your Role Matters

UNSW’s Education Focussed (EF) roles enable academics to specialise in education, devoting their time to delivering high-quality teaching and pursuing initiatives to enhance the educational experience of our students. As a Lecturer (Education Focused) in French Studies, you will deliver engaging French language teaching, develop innovative learning activities and assessments, and support undergraduate students to achieve positive learning outcomes. You will contribute to teaching excellence through curriculum development, educational innovation and collaboration within the European Languages & Cultures group. The role reports to the Head of School and has no direct reports.

Responsibilities Summary

• Conduct French language-learning classes, assess student achievements and support undergraduate students in line with UNSW policy.
• Design and develop engaging French language-learning activities, resources, assessments and feedback using a range of teaching approaches and learning environments.
• Demonstrate and continuously develop a well-defined teaching philosophy that inspires student learning.
• Initiate experimental approaches to teaching and learning with support from senior academics.
• Support individual students and cohorts through consultations and course advice to achieve positive learning and employability outcomes.
• Manage course administration as Course Authority, including academic quality assurance.
• Maintain professional development in pedagogy and disciplinary knowledge.
• Contribute to School meetings, seminars and committees, and collaborate effectively within the European Languages & Cultures group.

For more information regarding the responsibilities for this role, please refer to the Position Description at JOBS@UNSW.

Skills and Experience Summary

• A PhD in a discipline related to French Language Learning & Teaching, and/or relevant work experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills in French, with native or near-native competency.
• Demonstrated experience teaching French language at tertiary level.
• Experience of or passion for learning design, development and/or delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Knowledge of educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Experience engaging and supporting students from diverse backgrounds and fostering independent learning through meaningful assessment and helpful feedback.

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:

• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

Applications close 11:30pm on 11 November 2026. A copy of the Position Description can be found on JOBS@UNSW. UNSW is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. Applicants must have full Australian working rights for the duration of the contract.

Get in Touch

For queries regarding the recruitment process, contact Lucy Gerondis, Talent Acquisition Partner, UNSW: **********@unsw.edu.au

Pre-Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role. 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.