Senior Lecturer, Policing Studies

• Full-time, Ongoing position at Academic Level C.
• Based at the NSW Police Academy, Goulburn.
• Salary: $150,081 – $172,392 per annum, plus 17% Super and Leave Loading.

Teach and develop applied policing education while advancing research in policing, criminology and law.

The Opportunity
In this role, you will be based at the New South Wales Police Academy in Goulburn and play a key role in delivering the Associate Degree in Applied Policing for students preparing to become police officers with the NSW Police Force. You will teach across face-to-face and online modes and contribute to subject and curriculum development aligned to an integrated policing curriculum.

You will maintain an active research and scholarship profile in policing, criminology, law or a related discipline. This includes publishing in high-quality journals, preparing competitive research grant applications and engaging with industry and professional partners to strengthen research relevance and impact.

You will work collaboratively with academic and professional colleagues across the School of Social Sciences, the Faculty and the NSW Police Academy. You will contribute to mentoring early career academics, support student engagement and participate in service and administrative activities that support the School’s strategic priorities.

What Success Looks Like:

• High-quality teaching delivery across face-to-face and online modes in applied policing.
• Strong student engagement through effective consultation, feedback and support.
• Ongoing contribution to curriculum design and continuous course improvement.
• A sustained record of research outputs and progress towards external funding.
• Active collaboration and positive contribution to School, Faculty and Academy initiatives.

Please refer to the Position Description for full details.

About You

• A PhD in policing, criminology, criminal justice or a related discipline, or equivalent standing.
• Demonstrated achievement in high-quality research and publications at Level C.
• Experience delivering innovative, student-centred teaching using contemporary methods.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively.
• Capacity to build effective partnerships with industry and community stakeholders.

Benefits
We invest in the people who make our mission possible. Alongside a rewarding career, we offer a range of benefits designed to support your financial, personal and family wellbeing.

• Fitness Passport: Access hundreds of gyms and pools across the state through salary-packaging options.
• Financial Benefits: Salary sacrifice options for onsite parking and novated motor vehicle leasing,
• Holistic Support: Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) along with discounted retail and private health cover.

Application Details

• Position Enquiries: Direct to Dominique Moritz, Head of Program, Associate Degree Applied Policing via D.Moritz@westernsydney.edu.au. Please include the job reference code REF1479P.
• Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 21 June 2026.
• Checks: As this position is based at, or involves work with, the NSW Police Academy, appointment and ongoing employment are subject to the following mandatory requirements:
  • NSW Police Force Professional Suitability Assessment (PSA): The successful applicant must complete and obtain approval of the NSW Police Force Professional Suitability Assessment and comply with any ongoing suitability requirements advised by NSW Police Force.
  • Baseline National Security Clearance: The successful applicant must obtain and maintain a Baseline security clearance (or other clearance level if required for the role) through the relevant government security vetting process.

• Working Rights: You must provide evidence of full-time working rights in Australia at application.
• How to Apply: Please note that only applications submitted via the University’s online recruitment system will be considered. As part of your online application, you will be asked to respond to screening questions addressing the key qualifications, experiences and skills required for this position.

Belonging at Western
We are committed to substantive equality as outlined in our Equal Opportunity Policy. We actively encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, candidates of all gender identities and expressions, people of all abilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

For Reasonable Adjustments during the application process, please contact talentacquisitionteam@westernsydney.edu.au.

About Western
This is your opportunity to be part of something bigger. By joining Western Sydney University, you become a valued member of our community. As our region changes, so too does our university. Western is boldly different, energetic, global, diverse, dynamic, and youthful.

Our mission is to deliver student success, impactful research, and stronger communities. As part of our team, you will have a stake in shaping the future of education, broadening horizons, and changing lives. Making a difference starts at Western.

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