Associate Learning Designer

About this Opportunity

• Two Positions Available
• 1 x Fixed-Term (until 20.02.2026), Full-Time
• 1 x Fixed-Term (until 31.12.2025), Full-Time
• Office of Education, Strategy and Quality
• CQUniversity Cairns, Gladstone, Mackay, Rockhampton or Townsville
• Higher Education Worker Level 5
• Total Remuneration $95,618 to $107,560 pa (including salary of $80,799 to $90,890 plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)

Join an organisation with an unbreakable belief that quality education, training and research should be available to everyone – regardless of background, location or life circumstances.

Working at CQUniversity

Are you passionate about shaping the future of online learning? Join CQUniversity as an Associate Learning Designer and collaborate with educators and subject matter experts to create innovative, accessible, and high-quality digital resources. This exciting role offers the chance to design engaging learning experiences, support staff in delivering online education, and make a meaningful impact on student success.

• Partner with Educators to design high-quality digital resources, tools, and activities aligned with best practice.
• Deliver training that empowers staff to confidently teach and engage in online environments.
• Work with subject matter experts to identify and integrate effective learning resources for online delivery.
• Apply CQUniversity templates, processes, and protocols within the Learning Management System (LMS) to ensure smooth course delivery.
• Contribute to course and unit development by supporting academics with digital technologies that enhance learning outcomes.
• Assist with online development projects, ensuring timely and successful outcomes.

Be Rewarded

• 17% superannuation (with the choice to join an award-winning superfund)
• 6 weeks annual leave (incl. Christmas and New Year closure)
• 10 days personal/sick leave, plus 5 days carer’s leave
• 7.25 hours engaged service leave
• Fantastic professional and career development opportunities
• Up to 26 weeks (six months) paid parental leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program and Fitness Passport

Position Requirements

• Relevant experience in education and training, with a degree or diploma (or equivalent experience).
• Strong communication skills (both written and verbal) with the ability to negotiate and facilitate outcomes with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams, contributing to technology-enabled learning and teaching projects.
• The ability to respond appropriately to a wide range of clients and client needs while maintaining a high standard of quality customer service.
• Demonstrated success in the development of learning designs/curriculum across higher education and/or vocational education and training. (Desirable)

Position Description

For further information about this position, please refer to the Position Description.

Apply today for a career that changes lives

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday, 14 September 2025

  
Job Requisition ID: 6439

Contact Details: 

Matt Riddle

(03) 96160492

m.riddle@cqu.edu.au

When submitting your application, please include: Your Current CV or Resume, and a 1-2 page Cover Letter highlighting your relevant skills, experience and suitability for the position.

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold the full rights to work in Australia to be considered for this appointment.

CQUniversity is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes diversity in the workplace. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and CQUniversity’s domestic and international student graduates with post-study work rights are encouraged to apply.

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