• Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) | UniSC Sunshine Coast Campus, Sippy Downs
• Level 8, $118,986 - $134,756 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hrs per week), ongoing appointment

The Opportunity

The Centre for Learning and Teaching (CLT) collaborates across UniSC to enhance learning and teaching capability, improve student success, and strengthen institutional effectiveness and sustainability. CLT promotes a culture of scholarly, learner-centred practice through initiatives that support academic integrity, professional development, curriculum design, curriculum accreditation and management, learning and teaching evaluation, and transformative educational experiences through innovation, technologies and learning spaces.

As the Senior Academic Integrity Investigator, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding the University's academic standards by leading complex investigations into suspected student academic misconduct and supporting the strategic delivery of UniSC's Academic Integrity Matters (AIM) function. Working closely with the Academic Integrity Lead, you will oversee operational service delivery, mentor investigators, provide expert policy and regulatory advice, and drive continuous improvement across academic integrity processes. This is a unique opportunity to influence institutional practice, strengthen governance, and contribute to a culture of fairness, integrity and student success.

For more information on CSALT, please visit us online: Centre for Support and Advancement of Learning and Teaching [https://www.usc.edu.au/about/learning-and-teaching-at-unisc/centre-for-support-and-advancement-of-learning-and-teaching]

You will:

• lead the operational delivery of the University's Academic Integrity Matters (AIM) function, ensuring high-quality, consistent and compliant investigation practices across the University;
• conduct and oversee complex investigations into suspected academic misconduct, providing expert advice on findings, outcomes and emerging risks; and
• drive continuous improvement through policy development, stakeholder engagement, investigator capability building, governance support and data-informed reporting.

About you

You are an experienced investigator with exceptional analytical skills and sound judgement, capable of managing complex and sensitive matters with professionalism, fairness and discretion. You thrive in environments that require balancing compliance, risk management and educational outcomes, while building trusted relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders. With a collaborative leadership style and a commitment to continuous improvement, you enjoy developing people, strengthening processes and contributing to organisational excellence.

You will possess:

• postgraduate qualifications in a relevant discipline, preferably with a strong data analysis focus, and/or extensive relevant professional experience;
• demonstrated experience investigating complex matters, ideally within higher education or another highly regulated environment, with knowledge of procedural fairness, governance and regulatory frameworks;
• strong analytical, critical thinking and digital investigation skills, including experience analysing evidence, identifying patterns and using technology to support investigations;
• excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to provide specialist advice, influence decision-making and work effectively with individuals in sensitive situations;
• demonstrated experience leading or mentoring teams, improving operational processes and managing competing priorities; and
• high attention to detail, sound organisational skills and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality, integrity and high-quality outcomes.

Don't meet every requirement? At UniSC, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our position description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities.

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. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au [unisc-careers@usc.edu.au] or call +61 7 5430 2830.

How to apply

All applications must be lodged through our website. To apply please visit our website at: Careers at UniSC [https://www.usc.edu.au/about/careers-at-unisc]

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 19 July 2026. 

Position Description: Download File [https://static.pageuppeople.com/static/people/icons/icon_file_small.gif]494665_Senior Academic Integrity Investigator.pdf [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMtFQ9mhXzU7Z9GysnN5fLBLssiNgSHNR34rghIzkEFgJG2_yGig2PQsSOg5bGQ9Y2otfyqULJ4O7eNkT9ClDTXife1_fmJB4nIOOJoW2zv4QpDfy012Wq5-9LZm7R29aox6LUOJ17tZQ79kCuDfa_mxQ%7e%7e]

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which will be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team. [https://careers.usc.edu.au/join-our-team]

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Dr Nick Wilson Academic Integrity Lead - Centre for Learning & Teaching Email: nwilson2@usc.edu.au [nwilson2@usc.edu.au] 

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC [https://www.usc.edu.au/about] and LinkedIn Life [https://www.linkedin.com/school/university-of-the-sunshine-coast/life/]

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au [unisc-careers@usc.edu.au]

Discover UniSC [https://www.usc.edu.au/about/careers-at-unisc/discover-unisc]

We’re all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. While we’re not the largest university, we are one of the fastest growing in Australia, now with over 2,000 staff across five campuses in South East Queensland and an expanding presence in major capital cities, and we’re making a big impact every day through ground-breaking research, a strong commitment to sustainability, high-performance sport, and award-winning alumni.

We are committed to delivering high-quality research and teaching that address major global and regional challenges, with established and emerging strengths in sustainability, environmental systems, biodiversity, aquaculture, preventative health and regional resilience. Our research excellence is internationally recognised through strong performance in global benchmarking, including leading rankings in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings for “Zero Hunger,” “Climate Action” and “Life on Land.” UniSC is also recognised for its teaching excellence, with a strong emphasis on student success, innovative and engaging learning experiences, and strong graduate outcomes that equip learners to make meaningful contributions in their chosen fields. As the only university operating within three UNESCO Biosphere Reserves and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, UniSC is uniquely positioned to leverage its natural environment to advance impactful research, teaching and partnerships that support sustainable futures, with sustainability embedded across all aspects of our teaching, research and operations.

We foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages continuous professional development and provides the tools and resources to grow your career. We value the contributions of every team member and the role they play in our culture and success. We’re not afraid to do things differently, and we’re looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team working together to make a meaningful difference to local and global challenges.

Our Culture [https://www.usc.edu.au/about/careers-at-unisc/our-culture] & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) [https://www.usc.edu.au/about/diversity-and-inclusion/gender-equity/sage-athena-swan] initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.