Lecturer in Game Design

Lecturer in Game Design - UniSC

School of Business and Creative Industries, UniSC Sunshine Coast

Salary: Level B, $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation. Full time, ongoing appointment.

Opportunity

Lead and inspire innovative, practice based teaching in game design, 3D modelling and interactive media using cutting edge technologies such as Unreal Engine, Unity, AI and real time rendering. Shape and deliver a future focused curriculum and collaborate across the university to enhance learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire innovative, practice based teaching in game design, 3D modelling and interactive media integrating cutting edge technologies to create immersive learning experiences.
• Develop and coordinate industry relevant, future focused curricula that prepare students for diverse careers in game design, immersive storytelling and interactive environments.
• Contribute to research and creative practice through the production of scholarly and professional outputs, including games, exhibitions and peer reviewed publications.
• Build and sustain meaningful partnerships with industry, creative communities and global networks to enhance learning opportunities, research collaborations and graduate employability.

About the Candidate

You are a creative academic or professional game designer with passion for teaching and innovation.

Qualifications

• Doctoral qualification (or equivalent professional standing) in game design, game art, creative technology, immersive media or digital design.
• Demonstrated expertise with industry standard tools and workflows, including Unreal Engine and/or Unity, 3D modelling and real time production pipelines.
• Proven professional experience or published credits within the games or interactive media industries, with evidence of industry recognised outcomes.
• Advanced digital fluency, including creative coding, HCI and use of AI assisted or GPU accelerated platforms for high fidelity immersive design.
• Track record of innovative, learner centred teaching that integrates technology, creativity and inclusivity.
• Developing research or creative practice with tangible outputs - exhibitions, games, peer reviewed work or collaborative industry projects.

Desirable

• Fellowship of AdvanceHE or a postgraduate qualification in higher education.
• Proven ability to collaborate with artists, developers and studios to deliver industry standard creative outcomes.
• Research or creative expertise in advanced or interdisciplinary areas such as game studies, spatial computing, immersive environments or environmental storytelling.

Equal Opportunity Statement

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences.

Application

All applications must be lodged through the UniSC website. Applications close midnight, Monday 24 November 2025.