Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy

Job Description

Associate Lecturer/ Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy Up two (2) continuing opportunities available, full-time or part-time Associate Lecturer, Lecturer, and Senior Lecturer roles available Choice of Lismore or Coffs Harbour campuses. Relocation support available About us Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focused on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy. Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow. About the opportunity Southern Cross University’s Faculty of Health is recruiting multiple academic roles for their recently accredited Physiotherapy program. We are seeking innovative and progressive early to mid-career academics to contribute to impactful teaching and research for this exciting undergraduate course. Your core responsibilities will include: Deliver high-quality teaching, educational design, and curriculum design. Contribute to the Faculty’s research profile through publications in high-quality journals and successful applications for grant funding, independently or as a member of a team. Developing and maintaining partnerships with health and social care providers, educational institutions, and within the wider community. Senior Lecturers will also be expected to provide a meaningful level of leadership in scholarship and/or professional activities relevant to the profession, along with significantly contributing to the Physiotherapy programs. About you We are seeking academics with a relevant qualification to the level of appointment, and a minimum of four years academic and/or professional experience. You will have current unrestricted registration, or be eligible for unrestricted registration as a physiotherapist with AHPRA. You will bring: The ability to work independently and collaboratively in teaching and research. A proven track record in publishing high-quality research and preparing effective reports. Experience supervising Honours and HDR students. Strong communication skills and a passion for shaping the next generation of physiotherapists. Candidates must demonstrate the required levels of teaching, research, and service as outlined in the candidate booklet for each academic level. Salary and benefits Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. These positions are: Full-time or part-time, continuing (permanent) Located at either Coffs Harbour, NSW 2450, or Lismore, NSW 2480. Generous relocation support is available. The full-time equivalent base salary will be in a range of: The level of appointment will be commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, skills and experience.The base salary for Academic Level A ranges from $78,287 - $105,224 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $123,112. The base salary for Academic Level B ranges from $110,611 - $130,814 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $153,052. The base salary for Academic Level C ranges from $134,848 - $155,046 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $181,403. Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description for the level of the position you are applying for by the closing date. Information to support you in preparing your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Further information Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting: Name: Associate Professor Chris Stevens, Chair of Discipline (Human Sciences and Rehabilitation)Phone: 0411 797 245Email: Closing Date: 11.30pm AEDT, 29 January 2025 Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located. The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who are LGBTQI+. We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request. #J-18808-Ljbffr