Becoming a casual academic

If you are interested in becoming a casual academic employee with the University, apply through the Casual Academic Employment Register. Register your interest by completing the online application and attaching a copy of your Curriculum Vitae. As part of this process you will need to provide/confirm:

• Confirmation of your right to work in Australia (ie you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen, have a valid working visa or evidence of resident status from the Department of Home Affairs);
• Your full name and contact details;
• Details of your academic qualifications, including institution and year received;
• Details of your employment history; and
• Names and contact details of at least 2 referees.

Your details will be retained on the register for two years and you will have access to update your details during this time.

Recruitment and appointment at Southern Cross University are based on merit and equal employment opportunity principles, with all new casual academic candidates being interviewed, either by phone or in person.

Candidates' suitability is assessed against selection criteria and appointments are offered subject to the candidate meeting the requirements of the role. As a minimum, a casual academic employee must have:

• A right to work in Australia with no relevant work restrictions;
• Formal tertiary qualifications and/or relevant work experience in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF);
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills; and
• Relevant and recent industry or academic experience in the discipline area.

A Working with Children Check and verification of professional memberships/registration may also be required where necessary for the role.