- Elevate Nursing education through innovative teaching and make a significant contribution to the research reputation
- Full Time/Continuing Appointment, Remuneration at Academic Level C, T&R
- This role is based at La Trobe University’s Bundoora Campus
About the position
The School of Nursing and Midwifery are seeking to appoint a Level C academic with expertise in contemporary nursing practice and facilitating undergraduate and postgraduate education. The successful candidate will be expected to make a significant contribution to the research reputation of the nursing discipline in the School, meaningfully engage with local hospital partners, and undertake research resulting in publications with leading publishers in the field.
A Level C teaching and research academic is expected to develop curriculum, teach and/or undertake research and/or other scholarly work relevant to the development of their discipline or professional field. An academic at this level will make a significant contribution to the discipline at the national level. They will normally play a major role or provide a significant degree of leadership in scholarly, research and/or professional activities relevant to the profession.
Duties at this level will include:
- Design, coordinate, and teach subjects and courses which provide a high-quality learning experience that engages undergraduate, honours and postgraduate students.
- Design innovative and effective curriculum which reflects developing best practice nationally and internationally, utilising various methodologies including online and blended learning.
- Provide leadership and mentoring to others in subject- or course-level curriculum design and development and delivery of teaching.
- Conduct and lead innovative, high-impact research and produce conference and seminar papers and publications resulting from that research.
- Contribute to building a robust and ambitious research culture within La Trobe.
Skills and Experience:
- Completion of a PhD or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline area.
- Registered or eligible to register as a Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated effectiveness in curriculum development and teaching with a commitment to excellence in teaching.
- Demonstrated capacity to provide leadership at course/program/research group or similar level.
- Proven ability to mentor and supervise undergraduate, honour and postgraduate students.
- Strong record of research publication, with appropriate evidence of quality and impact.
Desirable:
- Graduate Certificate in Higher Education or evidence of equivalent professional preparation for Higher Education teaching.
Please refer to the Position Descriptions for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
Welcome to Bundoora campus – Please click on the video link below:
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Benefits:
- 17% employer contributed superannuation
- On site child care facilities
- Flexible work arrangements
- Discounts for staff and their family members to study a range of La Trobe courses
How to apply
*Please note only candidates who hold the full rights to work in Australia will be eligible for consideration*
Closing date: By 11:55pm Monday 9th June, 2025
Position Enquiries: Jason Watterson, Senior Lecturer, Associate Dean Academic, School of Nursing and Midwifery, Email: J.Watterson@latrobe.edu.au, Phone: (03) 9479 2364
Recruitment Enquiries: Vicki Stavrou, Senior Talent Acquisition Business Partner, Email: v.stavrou@latrobe.edu.au, Phone: (03) 9479 5191
Position Description below:
Senior Lecturer, Nursing 08.05.2025.pdf
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter;
- An up-to-date resume; and
- A separate document addressing the Key Selection Criteria which is located in the position description
Please scroll down to apply.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We welcome and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
La Trobe University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We take an intersectional approach by actively supporting and encouraging people of all backgrounds and abilities to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. Flexibility in interview format will be offered to shortlisted candidates.
Why La Trobe:
- Develop your career at an innovative, global university where you’ll collaborate with community and industry to create impact.
- Enjoy working on our inspiring and stunning campuses – the perfect hub for industry, students and academics
- Help transform the lives of students, partners and communities now and in future
All La Trobe University employees are bound by the Working with Children Act 2005. If you are successful, you will be required to hold a valid Victorian Employee Working with Children Check prior to commencement.
