Job Description
Join our innovative Bachelor of Design (Fashion) program at the Department of Architectural and Industrial Design! We are seeking a passionate Lecturer in Fashion Design to deliver engaging content in core units such as sewing, pattern making, draping, garment construction, sustainability, and digital technologies.
As a key contributor to curriculum development, teaching, and research at Swinburne’s School of Design and Architecture (SoDA), you will enhance the student experience and deliver exceptional graduate outcomes. We are looking for a candidate with strong traditional and nascent digital fashion design skills, industry connections, and insights into the evolving fashion landscape.
In this role, you will be recognized as an emerging expert, known for innovative teaching and research. You will also engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, forging connections with academic disciplines, industry partners, and government entities.
If you are ready to inspire the next generation of designers and lead cutting-edge fashion education, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic community at Swinburne University!
About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
Demonstrated ability to manage curriculum, and high-quality teaching in Fashion Design with outstanding graduate outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and professional application of practices including, but not limited to, sewing, garment construction, pattern making, computer aided design (CAD).
Sound knowledge of computers, and standard design software packages including, but not limited to, Style CAD, Clo3D, and Adobe Creative Suite.
An emerging track record in publishing research and/or attracting external research income through competitive grants and/or industry collaboration.
Breadth of experience encompassing a diverse range of fashion disciplines such as apparel, soft goods, accessories and footwear.
For a full list of key accountabilities and experience required, please see the Position Description.
Qualifications
An earned doctoral qualification or significant progress towards attaining a doctoral qualification in Fashion Design or associated field, or professional practice equivalence.
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne Horizon 2026 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:
Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice
The achievement of our 2026 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. You may also submit a portfolio of works representing relevant fashion and design skills if you wish.
To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.
If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.
For more information about the role, please email [email protected]
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected]
Applications Close: Thursday 24 October 2026, at 11.00pm
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne University of Technology is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment that embraces diversity, promotes inclusion, ensures fair access to opportunities, and actively opposes bullying, discrimination, ****** harm, victimisation, and vilification. We appreciate every individual in our community, regardless of ability/disability, age, cultural and ethnic background, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity and expression, and family and relationship status. For further details on our efforts, please explore our Equity & Diversity website.
Disability and Reasonable Adjustments
Swinburne University of Technology actively supports and encourages individuals with disability to apply. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process by ensuring that we cater to the access and participation needs of all candidates.
For a confidential discussion regarding accessibility requirements, or to provide feedback on how we can continue to improve our recruitment processes to better accommodate adjustments you require, please reach out to [email protected] or call at +61 3 +214 3550.
Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) at Swinburne
Swinburne is enhancing gender equity and diversity, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM), by participating in the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program.
Swinburne University is actively engaged in improving representation and participation of women in STEMM fields, aiming to address ongoing gender inequity. As an inaugural recipient of the Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award, we have implemented our original SAGE Action Plan (201+-2021) and continue our commitment through the current SAGE Action Plan (2026-2026), focusing on meaningful actions to foster long-lasting change and advance gender equity and diversity in STEMM.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For any support please contact [email protected] or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan
Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
(#LI-SW)
As a key contributor to curriculum development, teaching, and research at Swinburne’s School of Design and Architecture (SoDA), you will enhance the student experience and deliver exceptional graduate outcomes. We are looking for a candidate with strong traditional and nascent digital fashion design skills, industry connections, and insights into the evolving fashion landscape.
In this role, you will be recognized as an emerging expert, known for innovative teaching and research. You will also engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, forging connections with academic disciplines, industry partners, and government entities.
If you are ready to inspire the next generation of designers and lead cutting-edge fashion education, we invite you to apply and join our dynamic community at Swinburne University!
About You
To be suitable for this role you will need to have experience in the below key accountabilities:
Demonstrated ability to manage curriculum, and high-quality teaching in Fashion Design with outstanding graduate outcomes.
Demonstrated knowledge and professional application of practices including, but not limited to, sewing, garment construction, pattern making, computer aided design (CAD).
Sound knowledge of computers, and standard design software packages including, but not limited to, Style CAD, Clo3D, and Adobe Creative Suite.
An emerging track record in publishing research and/or attracting external research income through competitive grants and/or industry collaboration.
Breadth of experience encompassing a diverse range of fashion disciplines such as apparel, soft goods, accessories and footwear.
For a full list of key accountabilities and experience required, please see the Position Description.
Qualifications
An earned doctoral qualification or significant progress towards attaining a doctoral qualification in Fashion Design or associated field, or professional practice equivalence.
About Swinburne University of Technology
Swinburne Horizon 2026 draws upon our understanding of future challenges. With this new strategic plan, we choose to build Swinburne as the prototype of a new and different university – one that is truly of Technology, of Innovation and of Entrepreneurship. We are committed to a differentiated university proposition in education and research, so that:
Every Swinburne learner gets a work experience
Every Swinburne graduate gets a job
Every Swinburne partner gets a tech solution
Swinburne is the prototype of global best practice
The achievement of our 2026 moon shots depends on our capacity to work collectively, always, as One Swinburne.
To Apply
Please submit your CV and cover letter addressing your suitability for this position. You may also submit a portfolio of works representing relevant fashion and design skills if you wish.
To review the Position Description and to apply, please scroll down to the bottom of the page.
If you are viewing this advert from an external site, please click ‘apply’ and you will be redirected to Swinburne’s Jobs website to access the Position Description at the bottom of the page.
For more information about the role, please email [email protected]
Please Note: Appointment to this position is subject to passing a Working with Children Check.
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact the Swinburne Talent Acquisition Team on [email protected]
Applications Close: Thursday 24 October 2026, at 11.00pm
Swinburne offers flexible working options contained in our leave and parenting/carer policies to support work-life balance.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Swinburne University of Technology is dedicated to creating a varied, welcoming, and open learning and work environment that embraces diversity, promotes inclusion, ensures fair access to opportunities, and actively opposes bullying, discrimination, ****** harm, victimisation, and vilification. We appreciate every individual in our community, regardless of ability/disability, age, cultural and ethnic background, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity and expression, and family and relationship status. For further details on our efforts, please explore our Equity & Diversity website.
Disability and Reasonable Adjustments
Swinburne University of Technology actively supports and encourages individuals with disability to apply. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment and selection process by ensuring that we cater to the access and participation needs of all candidates.
For a confidential discussion regarding accessibility requirements, or to provide feedback on how we can continue to improve our recruitment processes to better accommodate adjustments you require, please reach out to [email protected] or call at +61 3 +214 3550.
Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) at Swinburne
Swinburne is enhancing gender equity and diversity, with a focus on science, technology, engineering, maths and medicine (STEMM), by participating in the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) program.
Swinburne University is actively engaged in improving representation and participation of women in STEMM fields, aiming to address ongoing gender inequity. As an inaugural recipient of the Athena SWAN Institutional Bronze Award, we have implemented our original SAGE Action Plan (201+-2021) and continue our commitment through the current SAGE Action Plan (2026-2026), focusing on meaningful actions to foster long-lasting change and advance gender equity and diversity in STEMM.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
For any support please contact [email protected] or for more information on our Indigenous strategies please follow the link to our RAP Reconciliation Action Plan
Victoria’s Commitment to Action: Improving international student employment outcomes
As a signatory to Victoria’s Commitment to Action, Swinburne seeks to remove barriers to international graduate employment. We welcome and encourage applications from international graduates.
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant
(#LI-SW)
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lecturer| Fashion Design position is now open for candidates interested in the Fashion Designer Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Fashion Designer Jobs is a plus.
