- Part time position – 0.6FTE
- Fixed term until 31/12/2030
- Position based at Melbourne (Bundoora)
- Salary level B from $114,855 plus 17% superannuation
About the position
The Clinical Liaison Academic - International Student Support (Nursing and Midwifery) will support activities in the Health Professions Clinical Education Unit (HPCEU) with a particular focus on strategies to ensure quality international student professional experience placement. The role will involve working closely with key university stakeholders, clinical academic coordinators, subject coordinators and students, along with participating in related scholarship activities in facilitating quality pre- and post-placement learning and teaching for onshore international students.
Duties will include but not be limited to:
- Provision of information and limited pastoral care, and referral to LTU services and external agencies as appropriate to onshore international students, with respect to matters such as adjustment, homesickness, family problems, academic progress, health and finance.
- Co-ordination and linking into existing LTU and other community stakeholders’ engagement programs that address international student social inclusion and cultural connection needs.
- Develop and deliver activities that equip international students with practical communication, documentation and active listening skills that are tailored to health service environments.
- Work collaboratively with Clinical Academic Coordinators, Placement Partnering and Operations team, and subject coordinators to ensure international students are optimally prepared for professional experience placement.
Skills and Experience
To be considered for this position, you will have:
- Registered or eligible to register as a Registered Nurse and/or registered midwife with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).
- PhD degree (or working towards) or equivalent accreditation and standing recognised by the University/profession as appropriate for the relevant discipline areas.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with international students, including strong intercultural communication skills, cultural sensitivity and awareness, and the capacity to provide empathetic, non-judgmental support to students from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds while helping them navigate academic, social, and wellbeing challenges
- Demonstrated effectiveness in teaching, curriculum development and subject coordination in face-to-face, blended and/or online modes, as evidenced by sustained high results on student feedback on teaching surveys, teaching excellence awards or through other forms of evidence.
Please refer to the Position Description for other duties, skills and experience required for this position.
PD - Clinical Liaison Academic SNM 0.6FTE.pdf
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
Closing date: By 11:55pm on Tuesday 7th April 2026
Position Enquiries: Jacqueline Johnston, Senior Lecturer Nursing, Discipline Lead- International Programs
Email: Jacqueline.Johnston@latrobe.edu.au
Recruitment Enquiries: recruitment@latrobe.edu.au
Only candidates with Full Working Rights in Australia may apply for this position.
Please submit an online application ONLY and include the following documents:
- Cover letter,
- An up to date resume and;
- A separate document addressing each bullet point under the Essential Criteria ‘Skills and knowledge required for the position’, which is located in the position description.
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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.
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.
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 the future
La Trobe’s Cultural Qualities:
La Trobe University is committed to upholding the National Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence (GBV Code). This aligns with our mission to create safe and respectful communities. Candidates will be asked during the recruitment process to declare whether they have ever been investigated for, or found to have engaged in, gender-based violence in previous employment and/or in legal proceedings and provide relevant information to assist in determining suitability. Gender-based violence means any form of physical or non-physical violence, harassment, abuse or threats based on gender, that results in, or is likely to result in harm, coercion, control, fear or deprivation liberty or autonomy.
